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Let them judge the people at all times. It shall be that every great matter they shall bring to you, but every small matter they shall judge themselves. So shall it be easier for you, and they shall share the load with you.
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The Wisdom of Delegation
Commentators emphasize that Jethro's advice to delegate is a timeless principle for leadership. By allowing others to judge "small matters," Moses could focus on the "great matters," and they could "bear the burden" with him. This prevents burnout and empowers others to use their gifts, a model of wise and prudent leadership.
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Exodus
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19th Century
Anglican
At all seasons. —Not on occasional court days, as had been the custom of Moses, but day by day continually.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And let them judge the people at all times In their several districts, whenever a matter of difference between man a…
Presbyterian
Here is the great zeal and the toil of Moses as a magistrate. Having been employed to redeem Israel out of the house of bondage, he is a further ty…
