Deuteronomy 19:18

KJV1611 – Modern English

And the judges shall make careful inquiry, and indeed, if the witness is a false witness who has testified falsely against his brother;

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  • Deut 13:14 : 14 Then shall you inquire, and make search, and ask diligently; and, behold, if it is true, and the thing certain, that such abomination is done among you;
  • Deut 17:4 : 4 and it is told to you, and you have heard of it and diligently inquired, and indeed it is true and certain that such an abomination has been committed in Israel,
  • 2 Chr 19:6-7 : 6 And said to the judges, Take heed what you do, for you judge not for man but for the LORD, who is with you in the judgment. 7 Therefore now let the fear of the LORD be upon you; take heed and do it, for there is no iniquity with the LORD our God, nor respect of persons, nor taking of gifts.
  • Job 19:16 : 16 I called my servant, and he gave me no answer; I pleaded with him with my mouth.

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