Acts 23:5

New International Version

Paul replied, “Brothers, I did not realize that he was the high priest; for it is written: ‘Do not speak evil about the ruler of your people.’”

Cross References

Exodus 22:28

“Do not blaspheme God or curse the ruler of your people.

Ecclesiastes 10:20

Do not revile the king even in your thoughts, or curse the rich in your bedroom, because a bird in the sky may carry your words, and a bird on the wing may report what you say.

Acts 23:4

Those who were standing near Paul said, “How dare you insult God’s high priest!”

Acts 24:17

“After an absence of several years, I came to Jerusalem to bring my people gifts for the poor and to present offerings.

2 Peter 2:10

This is especially true of those who follow the corrupt desire of the flesh and despise authority. Bold and arrogant, they are not afraid to heap abuse on celestial beings;