Deuteronomy 21:20

New English Translation

They must declare to the elders of his city, “Our son is stubborn and rebellious and pays no attention to what we say – he is a glutton and drunkard.”

Cross References

2 Samuel 18:17

They took Absalom, threw him into a large pit in the forest, and stacked a huge pile of stones over him. In the meantime all the Israelite soldiers fled to their homes.

Proverbs 19:26

The one who robs his father and chases away his mother is a son who brings shame and disgrace.

Proverbs 20:1

Wine is a mocker and strong drink is a brawler; whoever goes astray by them is not wise.

Proverbs 29:17

Discipline your child, and he will give you rest; he will bring you happiness.

Deuteronomy 21:19

his father and mother must seize him and bring him to the elders at the gate of his city.

Deuteronomy 21:21

Then all the men of his city must stone him to death. In this way you will purge out wickedness from among you, and all Israel will hear about it and be afraid.