Deuteronomy 16:18-20

Living Bible

¹⁸ “Appoint judges and administrative officials for all the cities the Lord your God is giving you. They will administer justice in every part of the land. ¹⁹ Never twist justice to benefit a rich man, and never accept bribes. For bribes blind the eyes of the wisest and corrupt their decisions. ²⁰ Justice must prevail.

“That is the only way you will be successful in the land that the Lord your God is giving you.