Psalm 122:5

New Century Version

There the descendants of David set their thrones to judge the people.

Cross References

2 Samuel 8:18

Benaiah son of Jehoiada was over the Kerethites and Pelethites. And David’s sons were priests.

1 Kings 7:7

Solomon also built a throne room where he judged people, called the Hall of Justice. This room was covered with cedar from the floor to the ceiling.

2 Chronicles 11:22

Rehoboam chose Abijah son of Maacah to be the leader of his own brothers, because he planned to make Abijah king.

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.

Deuteronomy 17:18

When he becomes king, he should write a copy of the teachings on a scroll for himself, a copy taken from the priests and Levites.

Deuteronomy 17:8

Some cases that come before you, such as murder, quarreling, or attack, may be too difficult to judge. Take these cases to the place the Lord your God will choose.