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They judged the people at all times. They brought the hard causes to Moses, but every small matter they judged themselves.

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The Wisdom of Delegation

Commentators explain that this verse shows the successful implementation of Jethro's advice. By delegating smaller judicial matters to qualified men, Moses was freed from potential burnout and could focus his energy on the most difficult cases. This established an efficient and accessible system of justice for all Israelites, demonstrating a timeless principle for wise leadership.

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Exodus

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John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 18:26

17th Century

Pastor

And they judged the people at all seasons
Any day in the week, or any time in the day, whenever there was any occasi…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 18:13–27

17th Century

Minister

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…