Deuteronomy 1:16

Deuteronomy 1:16 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

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.

King James Version KJV

And I charged your judges at that time, saying, Hear the causes between your brethren, and judge righteously between every man and his brother, and the stranger that is with him.

American Standard Version ASV

And I charged your judges at that time, saying, Hear the causes between your brethren, and judge righteously between a man and his brother, and the sojourner that is with him.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And at that time I gave orders to your judges, saying, Let all questions between your brothers come before you for hearing, and give decisions uprightly between a man and his brother or one from another nation who is with him.

Free Bible Version FBV

At the same time I gave strict instructions to your judges: “Hear the cases brought between your brothers, and make sure you are fair when you judge between a man and his brother or a foreigner living among you.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And I charged your iudges that same time, saying, Heare the controuersies betweene your brethren, and iudge righteously betweene euery man and his brother, and the stranger that is with him.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And I command your judges at that time, saying, Hearkening between your brethren — then ye have judged righteousness between a man, and his brother, and his sojourner;

World English Bible WEB

I commanded your judges at that time, saying, “Hear cases between your brothers and judge righteously between a man and his brother, and the foreigner who is living with him.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And I charged your judges at that time, saying, Hear the causes between your brethren, and judge righteously between every man and his brother, and the stranger that is with him.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And I commanded them, saying: Hear them, and judge that which is just: whether he be one of your country, or a stranger.

Translation for Translators T4T

I instructed/told your leaders, ‘Listen to the disputes that occur among your people. Judge each dispute, including disputes between close relatives and quarrels between your people and people from other countries who live among you.

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Deuteronomy 1:16 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וָ/אֲצַוֶּה֙ אֶת שֹׁ֣פְטֵי/כֶ֔ם בָּ/עֵ֥ת הַ/הִ֖וא לֵ/אמֹ֑ר שָׁמֹ֤עַ בֵּין אֲחֵי/כֶם֙ וּ/שְׁפַטְתֶּ֣ם צֶ֔דֶק בֵּֽין אִ֥ישׁ וּ/בֵין אָחִ֖י/ו וּ/בֵ֥ין גֵּרֽ/וֹ

וָ/אֲצַוֶּה֙ tsâvâh H6680 to command Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-1cs

אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM

שֹׁ֣פְטֵי/כֶ֔ם shâphaṭ H8199 to judge V-Qal | Suff

בָּ/עֵ֥ת ʻêth H6256 time Prep | N-cs

הַ/הִ֖וא hûwʼ H1931 he/she/it Art | Pron

לֵ/אמֹ֑ר ʼâmar H559 to say Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a

שָׁמֹ֤עַ shâmaʻ H8085 to hear V-Qal-Ptc

בֵּין bêyn H996 between Prep

אֲחֵי/כֶם֙ ʼâch H251 brother N-mp | Suff

וּ/שְׁפַטְתֶּ֣ם shâphaṭ H8199 to judge Conj | V-Qal-2mp

צֶ֔דֶק tsedeq H6664 Righteousness N-ms

בֵּֽין bêyn H996 between Prep

אִ֥ישׁ ʼîysh H376 man N-ms

וּ/בֵין bêyn H996 between Conj | Prep

אָחִ֖י/ו ʼâch H251 brother N-ms | Suff

וּ/בֵ֥ין bêyn H996 between Conj | Prep

גֵּרֽ/וֹ gêr H1616 sojourner N-ms | Suff

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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 1:16

וָ/אֲצַוֶּה֙ tsâvâh H6680 "to command" Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-1cs

To command or give orders, as seen in the Bible when God gives charge to his people. It can also mean to appoint or ordain someone for a task. This word is used in various forms throughout the Old Testament.

Definition: 1) to command, charge, give orders, lay charge, give charge to, order 1a)(Piel) 1a1) to lay charge upon 1a2) to give charge to, give command to 1a3) to give charge unto 1a4) to give charge over, appoint 1a5) to give charge, command 1a6) to charge, command 1a7) to charge, commission 1a8) to command, appoint, ordain (of divine act) 1b) (Pual) to be commanded

Usage: Occurs in 475 OT verses. KJV: appoint, (for-) bid, (give a) charge, (give a, give in, send with) command(-er, -ment), send a messenger, put, (set) in order. See also: Genesis 2:16; Leviticus 10:13; Deuteronomy 12:11.

אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM

In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.

Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)

Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.

שֹׁ֣פְטֵי/כֶ֔ם shâphaṭ H8199 "to judge" V-Qal | Suff

To shaphat means to judge or govern, and can also mean to vindicate or punish. In the Bible, this term is often used to describe God's role as a judge, as well as human judges and rulers.

Definition: 1) to judge, govern, vindicate, punish 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to act as law-giver or judge or governor (of God, man) 1a1a) to rule, govern, judge 1a2) to decide controversy (of God, man) 1a3) to execute judgment 1a3a) discriminating (of man) 1a3b) vindicating 1a3c) condemning and punishing 1a3d) at theophanic advent for final judgment 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to enter into controversy, plead, have controversy together 1b2) to be judged 1c) (Poel) judge, opponent-at-law (participle)

Usage: Occurs in 182 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] avenge, [idiom] that condemn, contend, defend, execute (judgment), (be a) judge(-ment), [idiom] needs, plead, reason, rule. See also: Genesis 16:5; Psalms 9:5; Psalms 2:10.

בָּ/עֵ֥ת ʻêth H6256 "time" Prep | N-cs

Eth means time, especially now or when, and can refer to an event, experience, or occasion. It is often used to describe a specific moment or period.

Definition: 1) time 1a) time (of an event) 1b) time (usual) 1c) experiences, fortunes 1d) occurrence, occasion

Usage: Occurs in 258 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after, (al-) ways, [idiom] certain, [phrase] continually, [phrase] evening, long, (due) season, so (long) as, (even-, evening-, noon-) tide, (meal-), what) time, when. See also: Genesis 8:11; 2 Chronicles 35:17; Psalms 1:3.

הַ/הִ֖וא hûwʼ H1931 "he/she/it" Art | Pron

This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.

Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)

Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.

לֵ/אמֹ֑ר ʼâmar H559 "to say" Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a

This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.

Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)

Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.

שָׁמֹ֤עַ shâmaʻ H8085 "to hear" V-Qal-Ptc

To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.

Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound

Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.

בֵּין bêyn H996 "between" Prep

Between is the meaning of this preposition, used to show a location or a choice, like either or, as seen in Exodus where it describes the space between two objects.

Definition: : between between, among, in the midst of (with other preps), from between

Usage: Occurs in 248 OT verses. KJV: among, asunder, at, between (-twixt...and), [phrase] from (the widest), [idiom] in, out of, whether (it be...or), within. See also: Genesis 1:4; Joshua 24:7; Psalms 68:14.

אֲחֵי/כֶם֙ ʼâch H251 "brother" N-mp | Suff

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a brother or male sibling, but it can also refer to a close relative, friend, or someone with a similar relationship. It is used to describe the bond between brothers, like the relationship between Cain and Abel in Genesis.

Definition: : male-sibling 1) brother 1a) brother of same parents 1b) half-brother (same father) 1c) relative, kinship, same tribe 1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship) 1e) (fig.) of resemblance

Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. See also: Genesis 4:2; Genesis 42:13; Numbers 25:6.

וּ/שְׁפַטְתֶּ֣ם shâphaṭ H8199 "to judge" Conj | V-Qal-2mp

To shaphat means to judge or govern, and can also mean to vindicate or punish. In the Bible, this term is often used to describe God's role as a judge, as well as human judges and rulers.

צֶ֔דֶק tsedeq H6664 "Righteousness" N-ms

Represents the idea of righteousness or justice, often referring to God's character or the standard for human behavior. It is closely tied to the concept of morality and what is right. The word is used to describe the ideal for human conduct and society.

Definition: This name means justice, righteousness Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)

Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] even, ([idiom] that which is altogether) just(-ice), (un-)right(-eous) (cause, -ly, -ness). See also: Leviticus 19:15; Psalms 119:138; Psalms 4:2.

בֵּֽין bêyn H996 "between" Prep

Between is the meaning of this preposition, used to show a location or a choice, like either or, as seen in Exodus where it describes the space between two objects.

Definition: : between between, among, in the midst of (with other preps), from between

אִ֥ישׁ ʼîysh H376 "man" N-ms

The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.

Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)

Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.

וּ/בֵין bêyn H996 "between" Conj | Prep

Between is the meaning of this preposition, used to show a location or a choice, like either or, as seen in Exodus where it describes the space between two objects.

Definition: : between between, among, in the midst of (with other preps), from between

אָחִ֖י/ו ʼâch H251 "brother" N-ms | Suff

Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. See also: Genesis 4:2; Genesis 42:13; Numbers 25:6.

וּ/בֵ֥ין bêyn H996 "between" Conj | Prep

Between is the meaning of this preposition, used to show a location or a choice, like either or, as seen in Exodus where it describes the space between two objects.

Definition: : between between, among, in the midst of (with other preps), from between

גֵּרֽ/וֹ gêr H1616 "sojourner" N-ms | Suff

A sojourner is a foreigner or temporary resident, lacking inherited rights, but often given concessions in Israel. This term appears in the Bible to describe outsiders living among God's people.

Definition: 1) sojourner 1a) a temporary inhabitant, a newcomer lacking inherited rights 1b) of foreigners in Israel, though conceded rights

Usage: Occurs in 83 OT verses. KJV: alien, sojourner, stranger. See also: Genesis 15:13; Deuteronomy 10:19; Psalms 39:13.

Study Notes — Deuteronomy 1:16

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Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 1:16
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Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 1:16
Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 1:16
Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 1:16
Sermons on Deuteronomy 1:16

Context — Moses Appoints Leaders

14And you answered me and said, “What you propose to do is good.” 15So I took the leaders of your tribes, wise and respected men, and appointed them as leaders over you—as commanders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens, and as officers for your tribes.

16At 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.

17Show 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.” 18And at that time I commanded you all the things you were to do.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	John 7:24	Stop judging by outward appearances, and start judging justly.”
2	Exodus 22:21	You must not exploit or oppress a foreign resident, for you yourselves were foreigners in the land of Egypt.
3	2 Chronicles 19:6–10	Then he said to the judges, “Consider carefully what you do, for you are not judging for man, but for the LORD, who is with you when you render judgment. And now, may the fear of the LORD be upon you. Be careful what you do, for with the LORD our God there is no injustice or partiality or bribery.” Moreover, Jehoshaphat appointed in Jerusalem some of the Levites, priests, and heads of the Israelite families to judge on behalf of the LORD and to settle disputes. And they lived in Jerusalem. He commanded them, saying, “You must serve faithfully and wholeheartedly in the fear of the LORD. For every dispute that comes before you from your brothers who dwell in their cities—whether it regards bloodshed or some other violation of law, commandments, statutes, or ordinances—you are to warn them, so that they will not incur guilt before the LORD and wrath will not come upon you and your brothers. Do this, and you will not incur guilt.
4	Exodus 23:2–3	You shall not follow the crowd in wrongdoing. When you testify in a lawsuit, do not pervert justice by siding with the crowd. And do not show favoritism to a poor man in his lawsuit.
5	Exodus 23:7–9	Stay far away from a false accusation. Do not kill the innocent or the just, for I will not acquit the guilty. Do not accept a bribe, for a bribe blinds those who see and twists the words of the righteous. Do not oppress a foreign resident, since you yourselves know how it feels to be foreigners; for you were foreigners in the land of Egypt.
6	Leviticus 24:22	You are to have the same standard of law for the foreign resident and the native; for I am the LORD your God.’”
7	Deuteronomy 16:18–19	You are to appoint judges and officials for your tribes in every town that the LORD your God is giving you. They are to judge the people with righteous judgment. Do not deny justice or show partiality. Do not accept a bribe, for a bribe blinds the eyes of the wise and twists the words of the righteous.
8	1 Timothy 5:21	I solemnly charge you before God and Christ Jesus and the elect angels to maintain these principles without bias, and to do nothing out of partiality.
9	Numbers 27:19	Have him stand before Eleazar the priest and the whole congregation, and commission him in their sight.
10	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 Summary

Deuteronomy 1:16 is about treating everyone fairly and with respect, no matter who they are or where they come from. This means listening to people's problems and making decisions that are just and fair, without favoring one person over another, as taught in Deuteronomy 1:17 and Proverbs 24:23. By doing so, we reflect God's love and character, as seen in 1 John 4:8 and Matthew 22:37-40. We can apply this principle in our daily lives by being mindful of how we interact with others and striving to be fair and compassionate in all our relationships.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to judge fairly between a man and his brother or a foreign resident?

According to Deuteronomy 1:16, it means to hear disputes without partiality, as also instructed in Deuteronomy 1:17, and to treat everyone with the same respect and justice, regardless of their background or social status, just as God loves and values every person, as seen in Acts 10:34-35.

Why is it important to hear the disputes between brothers?

Hearing the disputes between brothers is important because it helps to resolve conflicts and maintain peace and unity within the community, as emphasized in Matthew 5:23-24 and Romans 12:18.

What role do judges play in Deuteronomy 1:16?

In Deuteronomy 1:16, judges are instructed to hear disputes and judge fairly, acting as representatives of God's justice and wisdom, similar to the role of leaders in Exodus 18:13-26 and 1 Corinthians 6:1-8.

How does this verse relate to our lives today?

This verse reminds us of the importance of fairness, justice, and compassion in our interactions with others, whether in personal or professional settings, as taught in Micah 6:8 and Ephesians 4:32.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways I can demonstrate fairness and justice in my daily interactions with others?
How can I ensure that I am not showing partiality in my relationships or decision-making?
What are some potential consequences of not judging fairly between people, and how can I avoid these pitfalls?
In what ways can I reflect God's love and character by treating everyone with respect and dignity, regardless of their background or social status?

Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 1:16

And I charged your judges at that time,.... When they were appointed and constituted, even the heads and rulers before spoken of; this charge is also new, and not recorded before: saying, hear the

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 1:16

And I spake unto you at that time, saying, I am not able to bear you myself alone: I spake unto you at that time - a little before their arrival in Horeb.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 1:16

That converseth or dealeth with him. To such God would have justice equally administered as to his own people, partly for the honour of religion, and partly for the interest which every man hath in matters of common right.

Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 1:16

Deuteronomy 1:16 And I charged your judges at that time, saying, Hear [the causes] between your brethren, and judge righteously between [every] man and his brother, and the stranger [that is] with him.Ver. 16. Hear the causes, &c.] Hear them out. In the Forum of Rome the accuser had six hours allotted him to accuse, the accused had nine hours to make his answer And judge righteously.] So upright was the sentence of the Areopagites in Athens, that none could ever say he was unjustly condemned; nay, both parties, as well those that are cast as they that cast, are alike contented. Ulpian., in Orat. Demosth. de fal legat. ηππωμενοισπεργουσινομοιωςτοινκεκρατηκοσι.

Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 1:16

(16) And I charged your judges . . . saying.—These instructions given by Moses are an admirable expansion, but only an expansion, of those of Jethro(Exodus 18:21), that the judges must be “able men, such as fear God, men of truth, hating covetousness”—a sentence older than the Decalogue itself.

Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 1:16

16. judges] Unless the previous emendation be accepted the term judges appears here for the first time in the passage. Hear … and judge righteously] The two indispensables: patient, equal hearing, and impartial decision. your brethren] Your fellow-Israelites. the stranger that is with him] His Gêr or sojourner: any non-Israelite who leaving his own kin settles under the protection of an Israelite family or individual; in distinction from the ‘ezraḥ ? or born Israelite (Joshua 8:33). The Ar. equivalents are ǧ ?ar and ṣ ?arîḥ ?. See W. R. Smith, OTJC2, 342n., and Rel. Sem. 75 ff. In E the Gêr is not to be wronged, Exodus 22:21; Exodus 23:9, and to have rest on the Sabbath, Exodus 23:12; cp. Exodus 20:8. In D his equal rights at law are reiterated here, Deuteronomy 24:17, Deuteronomy 27:19; not to be oppressed, Deuteronomy 24:14, but cherished, Deuteronomy 10:19; to share with the Levite and the poor, Deuteronomy 14:29, Deuteronomy 16:11-14, Deuteronomy 24:19 ff., Deuteronomy 26:11 ff.; to rest on the Sabbath, Deuteronomy 5:14; enter the covenant, Deuteronomy 29:11; and keep the Law, Deuteronomy 31:12; only he is to have freedom in meats forbidden to Israel, Deuteronomy 14:21; if Israel persists in sin the Gêr shall rise over him, Deuteronomy 18:43. See on Deuteronomy 10:19 and Deuteronomy 14:21 where the different treatment of the Gêr in P is noted.

Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 1:16

THE OF JUDGES AND THE OF THEIR DUTIES, Deuteronomy 1:9-18.For a more particular statement see Exodus 18:13-26, where it is said Moses adopted this plan at the counsel of Jethro.

Sermons on Deuteronomy 1:16

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	Revival Stories: John Wesley by E.A. Johnston	In this sermon transcript, John Wesley recounts a powerful experience he had while preaching in May 1739. As he was preaching on the words "be still and know that I am God," God be
	All That Jesus Taught Bible Study - Part 25 by Zac Poonen	This sermon delves into the importance of refraining from judging others, emphasizing the need to focus on self-reflection and righteous judgment within our spheres of responsibili
	Wrongful Judgement (Isaiah 16) by Phil Beach Jr.	Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the dangers of wrongful judgment and the importance of forgiveness in his sermon. He draws from 1 Samuel 16, illustrating how God sees the heart while hum