Exodus 18:20

20 Teach them the rules and laws. Show them how to live and what to do.

Exodus 18:20 Meaning and Commentary

Exodus 18:20

And thou shalt teach them ordinances and laws
Both with respect to things civil and religious, which he should receive from God:

and shalt show them the way wherein they must walk;
the path of faith and duty, the way of truth, holiness, and righteousness:

and the work that they must do;
both with respect to God, and one another, the various duties and exercises of religion, everything relating to their moral, religious, and civil conduct.

Exodus 18:20 In-Context

18 You will just get worn out. And so will these people who come to you. There's too much work for you. You can't possibly handle it by yourself.

19 "Listen to me. I'll give you some advice, and may God be with you. You must speak to God for the people. Take their problems to him.

20 Teach them the rules and laws. Show them how to live and what to do.

21 "But choose men of ability from all of the people. They must have respect for God. You must be able to trust them. They must not try to get money by cheating others. Appoint them as officials over thousands, hundreds, fifties and tens.

22 Let them serve the people as judges. But have them bring every hard case to you. They can decide the easy ones themselves. That will make your load lighter. They will share it with you.