The God of Israel has said, the Rock of Israel has spoken to me, ‘He who rules over men righteously, he who rules in the fear of God—
2 Chronicles 19:9 - Tree of Life Version He charged them saying, “This is how you shall act: in the fear of Adonai, faithfully and wholeheartedly. Tuilleadh leaganachaKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 And he charged them, saying, Thus shall ye do in the fear of the LORD, faithfully, and with a perfect heart. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition The king charged them, Do this in the fear of the Lord, faithfully, with integrity and a blameless heart. American Standard Version (1901) And he charged them, saying, Thus shall ye do in the fear of Jehovah, faithfully, and with a perfect heart. Common English Bible He instructed them, “You must respect the LORD at all times, in truth, and with complete integrity. Catholic Public Domain Version And he instructed them, saying, "So shall you act: faithfully, in the fear of the Lord, and with a perfect heart. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version And he charged them, saying: Thus shall you do in the fear of the Lord faithfully, and with a perfect heart. |
The God of Israel has said, the Rock of Israel has spoken to me, ‘He who rules over men righteously, he who rules in the fear of God—
For the eyes of Adonai range throughtout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are wholly His. You have acted foolishly in this matter. Indeed, from now on you will have wars.”
When any dispute comes to you from your kinsmen who live in their cities, whether bloodshed, or concerning Torah, mitzvot, statutes or ordinances, you must warn them so that they will not be guilty before Adonai. Otherwise wrath will come upon you and your kinsmen. Act accordingly and you will not be guilty.
Now then, let the fear of Adonai be upon you. Be very careful what you do, for there is no injustice or favoritism or bribe-taking with Adonai Eloheinu.”
In Jerusalem also, Jehoshaphat appointed some of the Levites, kohanim and the leading patriarchs of Israel to render the judgment of Adonai and to settle disputes among the inhabitants of Jerusalem.
Behold, a king will reign in righteousness and princes will rule in justice.