Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical context, courts of justice are often depicted as places where divine and human justice intersect. The Scriptures provide numerous allusions to the concept of judgment, both earthly and heavenly, reflecting the importance of justice in the life of God's people.Old Testament Allusions The Old Testament frequently references courts of justice, emphasizing the role of judges and leaders in maintaining righteousness and fairness. In Deuteronomy 16:18-20, the Israelites are commanded to appoint judges and officials in every town, who are to judge the people with righteous judgment: "Appoint judges and officials for each of your tribes in every town the LORD your God is giving you, and they shall judge the people with righteous judgment. Do not pervert justice; do not show partiality; do not accept a bribe, for a bribe blinds the eyes of the wise and twists the words of the righteous." The book of Exodus also outlines the judicial process, highlighting the importance of impartiality and truth. Exodus 23:1-3 warns against spreading false reports and siding with the wicked: "You shall not spread a false report. Do not join the wicked by being a malicious witness. You shall not follow the crowd in wrongdoing. When you testify in a lawsuit, do not pervert justice by siding with the crowd." The role of the king as a judge is exemplified in the reign of Solomon, whose wisdom in judgment is renowned. In 1 Kings 3:28, the people of Israel revered Solomon because they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to administer justice: "When all Israel heard of the judgment the king had rendered, they stood in awe of the king, because they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to administer justice." New Testament Allusions In the New Testament, the concept of judgment is expanded to include the ultimate divine judgment. Jesus Christ, in His teachings, often alludes to the final judgment, where all individuals will stand before God. In Matthew 12:36-37, Jesus warns of the accountability of every word spoken: "But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned." The Apostle Paul also speaks of the judgment seat of Christ, where believers will be judged for their deeds. In 2 Corinthians 5:10, Paul writes, "For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive his due for the things done in the body, whether good or bad." The book of Revelation provides a vivid depiction of the final judgment, where the dead are judged according to their deeds. Revelation 20:12 describes this scene: "And I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne, and books were opened. Another book was opened, which is the book of life. The dead were judged according to their deeds, as recorded in the books." Principles of Justice Throughout the Bible, the principles of justice are consistently upheld. Justice is portrayed as an essential attribute of God's character, and His people are called to reflect this attribute in their dealings with others. Micah 6:8 encapsulates this calling: "He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?" The biblical allusions to courts of justice serve as a reminder of the divine standard of justice that believers are to uphold, both in their personal lives and in their communities. Torrey's Topical Textbook Job 5:4His children are far from safety, and they are crushed in the gate, neither is there any to deliver them. Torrey's Topical Textbook Psalm 127:5 Matthew 5:22 Library The Political Constitution of Egypt The Psalter of Solomon. 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