Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version the two people involved in the dispute must stand in the presence of the LORD before the priests and the judges who are in office at the time. New Living Translation then both the accuser and accused must appear before the LORD by coming to the priests and judges in office at that time. English Standard Version then both parties to the dispute shall appear before the LORD, before the priests and the judges who are in office in those days. Berean Standard Bible both parties to the dispute must stand in the presence of the LORD, before the priests and judges who are in office at that time. King James Bible Then both the men, between whom the controversy is, shall stand before the LORD, before the priests and the judges, which shall be in those days; New King James Version then both men in the controversy shall stand before the LORD, before the priests and the judges who serve in those days. New American Standard Bible then both people who have the dispute shall stand before the LORD, before the priests and the judges who will be in office in those days. NASB 1995 then both the men who have the dispute shall stand before the LORD, before the priests and the judges who will be in office in those days. NASB 1977 then both the men who have the dispute shall stand before the LORD, before the priests and the judges who will be in office in those days. Legacy Standard Bible then both the men who have the dispute shall stand before Yahweh, before the priests and the judges who will be in office in those days. Amplified Bible then both parties to the controversy shall stand before the LORD, before the priests and the judges who will be in office at that time. Christian Standard Bible the two people in the dispute are to stand in the presence of the LORD before the priests and judges in authority at that time. Holman Christian Standard Bible the two people in the dispute must stand in the presence of the LORD before the priests and judges in authority at that time. American Standard Version then both the men, between whom the controversy is, shall stand before Jehovah, before the priests and the judges that shall be in those days; English Revised Version then both the men, between whom the controversy is, shall stand before the LORD, before the priests and the judges which shall be in those days; GOD'S WORD® Translation The two people involved must stand in the LORD's presence, in front of the priests and judges who are serving at that time. Good News Translation both of you are to go to the one place of worship and be judged by the priests and judges who are then in office. International Standard Version then both must stand with their dispute in the LORD's presence, the priests, and the judges at that time. Majority Standard Bible both parties to the dispute must stand in the presence of the LORD, before the priests and judges who are in office at that time. NET Bible then both parties to the controversy must stand before the LORD, that is, before the priests and judges who will be in office in those days. New Heart English Bible then both the men, between whom the controversy is, shall stand before the LORD, before the priests and the judges who shall be in those days; Webster's Bible Translation Then both the men between whom the controversy is shall stand before the LORD, before the priests, and the judges, who shall be in those days; World English Bible then both the men, between whom the controversy is, shall stand before Yahweh, before the priests and the judges who shall be in those days; Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionthen both of the men who have the strife have stood before YHWH, before the priests and the judges who are in those days, Young's Literal Translation then have both the men who have the strife stood before Jehovah, before the priests and the judges who are in those days, Smith's Literal Translation And the two men to whom is the contention stood before Jehovah, before the priests and the judges who shall be in those days; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBoth of them, between whom the controversy is, shall stand before the Lord in the sight of the priests and the judges that shall be in those days. Catholic Public Domain Version both of those whose case it is shall stand before the Lord in the sight of the priests and the judges who shall be in those days. New American Bible the two parties in the dispute shall appear in the presence of the LORD, in the presence of the priests and judges in office at that time, New Revised Standard Version then both parties to the dispute shall appear before the LORD, before the priests and the judges who are in office in those days, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen both the men between whom the controversy is, shall stand before the LORD, before the priests and the judges who shall be in those days; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Both men who have a legal case will stand before LORD JEHOVAH and before the Priests and the Judges there will be in those days; OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917then both the men, between whom the controversy is, shall stand before the LORD, before the priests and the judges that shall be in those days. Brenton Septuagint Translation then shall the two men between whom the controversy is, stand before the Lord, and before the priests, and before the judges, who may be in those days. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Testimony of Two or Three Witnesses…16If a false witness testifies against someone, accusing him of a crime, 17both parties to the dispute must stand in the presence of the LORD, before the priests and judges who are in office at that time. 18The judges shall investigate thoroughly, and if the witness is proven to be a liar who has falsely accused his brother,… Cross References Matthew 18:16 But if he will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ‘every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.’ 2 Corinthians 13:1 This is the third time I am coming to you. “Every matter must be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.” 1 Timothy 5:19 Do not entertain an accusation against an elder, except on the testimony of two or three witnesses. Hebrews 10:28 Anyone who rejected the law of Moses died without mercy on the testimony of two or three witnesses. John 8:17 Even in your own Law it is written that the testimony of two men is valid. Numbers 35:30 If anyone kills a person, the murderer is to be put to death on the testimony of the witnesses. But no one is to be put to death based on the testimony of a lone witness. Deuteronomy 17:6 On the testimony of two or three witnesses a man shall be put to death, but he shall not be executed on the testimony of a lone witness. Deuteronomy 19:15 A lone witness is not sufficient to establish any wrongdoing or sin against a man, regardless of what offense he may have committed. A matter must be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses. Matthew 18:20 For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them.” Acts 6:13 where they presented false witnesses who said, “This man never stops speaking against this holy place and against the law. 1 Kings 21:10-13 But seat two scoundrels opposite him and have them testify, ‘You have cursed both God and the king!’ Then take him out and stone him to death.” / So the elders and nobles who lived in Naboth’s city did as Jezebel had instructed in the letters she had written to them. / They proclaimed a fast and gave Naboth a seat of honor among the people. ... Proverbs 18:17 The first to state his case seems right until another comes and cross-examines him. Exodus 23:1 “You shall not spread a false report. Do not join the wicked by being a malicious witness. Leviticus 19:15 You must not pervert justice; you must not show partiality to the poor or favoritism to the rich; you are to judge your neighbor fairly. Deuteronomy 1:16-17 At that time I charged your judges: “Hear the disputes between your brothers, and judge fairly between a man and his brother or a foreign resident. / Show no partiality in judging; hear both small and great alike. Do not be intimidated by anyone, for judgment belongs to God. And bring to me any case too difficult for you, and I will hear it.” Treasury of Scripture Then both the men, between whom the controversy is, shall stand before the LORD, before the priests and the judges, which shall be in those days; Deuteronomy 17:9 And thou shalt come unto the priests the Levites, and unto the judge that shall be in those days, and inquire; and they shall shew thee the sentence of judgment: Deuteronomy 21:5 And the priests the sons of Levi shall come near; for them the LORD thy God hath chosen to minister unto him, and to bless in the name of the LORD; and by their word shall every controversy and every stroke be tried: Malachi 2:7 For the priest's lips should keep knowledge, and they should seek the law at his mouth: for he is the messenger of the LORD of hosts. Jump to Previous Appear Argument Controversy Dispute Involved Judges Office Parties Power Presence Priests Stand Stood Strife TimeJump to Next Appear Argument Controversy Dispute Involved Judges Office Parties Power Presence Priests Stand Stood Strife TimeDeuteronomy 19 1. The cities of refuge4. The privilege thereof for the manslayer 14. The landmark is not to be removed 15. At least two witnesses are required 16. the punishment of a false witness both parties to the dispute In ancient Israel, disputes often arose over property, inheritance, or personal injury. The Mosaic Law provided a framework for resolving these conflicts. The requirement for both parties to be present ensured fairness and transparency. This reflects the biblical principle of justice, as seen in Exodus 23:1-3, which emphasizes impartiality and truthfulness in legal matters. must stand in the presence of the LORD before the priests and judges who are in office at that time Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORDThe ultimate judge and authority in all matters, emphasizing the divine oversight in judicial processes. 2. Priests Religious leaders responsible for spiritual guidance and maintaining the law, serving as mediators in disputes. 3. Judges Appointed officials tasked with interpreting and applying the law, ensuring justice is served. 4. Disputing Parties Individuals involved in a legal disagreement, required to present their case before God and His appointed leaders. 5. Presence of the LORD The setting for the resolution of disputes, signifying the sacredness and seriousness of the proceedings. Teaching Points Divine Oversight in JusticeRecognize that all justice ultimately comes from God, and our systems should reflect His righteousness and fairness. Role of Spiritual Leaders Understand the importance of involving spiritual leaders in resolving disputes, as they provide wisdom and guidance rooted in God's Word. Impartiality and Fairness Strive for impartiality in all judgments, ensuring that personal biases do not influence decisions. Community Accountability Embrace the role of the community in maintaining justice, as disputes are not just personal but affect the broader body of believers. Sacredness of Justice Approach all matters of justice with reverence, acknowledging that they are conducted in the presence of the LORD.Verse 17. - Both the men, i.e. both parties at the bar, shall stand before the Lord; i.e. shall come to the sanctuary where Jehovah had his dwelling-place in the midst of his people, and where the supreme judges, who were his delegates and representatives, held their court (Deuteronomy 17:9). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew bothשְׁנֵֽי־ (šə·nê-) Number - mdc Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) parties הָאֲנָשִׁ֛ים (hā·’ă·nā·šîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person to the dispute הָרִ֖יב (hā·rîḇ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7379: Strife, dispute must stand וְעָמְד֧וּ (wə·‘ā·mə·ḏū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural Strong's 5975: To stand, in various relations in the presence לִפְנֵ֣י (lip̄·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct Strong's 6440: The face of the LORD, יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel before לִפְנֵ֤י (lip̄·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct Strong's 6440: The face the priests הַכֹּֽהֲנִים֙ (hak·kō·hă·nîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3548: Priest and judges וְהַשֹּׁ֣פְטִ֔ים (wə·haš·šō·p̄ə·ṭîm) Conjunctive waw, Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 8199: To judge, pronounce sentence, to vindicate, punish, to govern, to litigate who אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that are יִהְי֖וּ (yih·yū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be [in office] לָהֶ֥ם (lā·hem) Preposition-l | Pronoun - third person masculine plural Strong's 1992: They at that הָהֵֽם׃ (hā·hêm) Article | Pronoun - third person masculine plural Strong's 1992: They time. בַּיָּמִ֥ים (bay·yā·mîm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3117: A day Links Deuteronomy 19:17 NIVDeuteronomy 19:17 NLT Deuteronomy 19:17 ESV Deuteronomy 19:17 NASB Deuteronomy 19:17 KJV Deuteronomy 19:17 BibleApps.com Deuteronomy 19:17 Biblia Paralela Deuteronomy 19:17 Chinese Bible Deuteronomy 19:17 French Bible Deuteronomy 19:17 Catholic Bible OT Law: Deuteronomy 19:17 Then both the men between whom (Deut. 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