2 Chronicles 19:5

New Century Version

Jehoshaphat appointed judges in all the land, in each of the strong, walled cities of Judah.

Cross References

2 Chronicles 19:8

And in Jerusalem Jehoshaphat appointed some of the Levites, priests, and leaders of Israelite families to be judges. They were to decide cases about the law of the Lord and settle problems between the people who lived in Jerusalem.

Exodus 18:21

But choose some capable men from among the people—men who respect God, who can be trusted, and who will not change their decisions for money. Make these men officers over the people, to rule over groups of thousands, hundreds, fifties, and tens.

Leviticus 14:42

Then the owner must put new stones in the walls, and he must cover the walls with new clay plaster.

Matthew 5:21

“You have heard that it was said to our people long ago, ‘You must not murder anyone. Anyone who murders another will be judged.’

Matthew 5:22

But I tell you, if you are angry with a brother or sister, you will be judged. If you say bad things to a brother or sister, you will be judged by the council. And if you call someone a fool, you will be in danger of the fire of hell.

Deuteronomy 1:17

When you judge, be fair to everyone; don’t act as if one person is more important than another, and don’t be afraid of anyone, because your decision comes from God. Bring the hard cases to me, and I will judge them.”