Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

I counsel thee to keep the king's commandment, and that in regard of the oath of God.

Bible References

I counsel

Proverbs 24:21
My son, fear the Lord and the king;
Do not associate with those who are given to change,
Romans 13:1
Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those which exist are established by God.
Titus 3:1
Remind them to be subject to rulers, to authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good deed,
1 Peter 2:13
Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether to a king as the one in authority,

In regard

1 Kings 2:43
Why then have you not kept the oath of the Lord, and the command which I have laid on you?”
1 Chronicles 29:24
All the officials, the mighty men, and also all the sons of King David pledged allegiance to King Solomon.
Ezekiel 17:13
He took one of the royal family and made a covenant with him, putting him under oath. He also took away the mighty of the land,
Romans 13:5
Therefore it is necessary to be in subjection, not only because of wrath, but also for conscience’ sake.