²¹ But select capable men^(A) from all the people—men who fear^(B) God, trustworthy men who hate dishonest gain^(C)—and appoint them as officials^(D) over thousands, hundreds, fifties and tens.

²² Have them serve as judges for the people at all times, but have them bring every difficult case^(A) to you; the simple cases they can decide themselves. That will make your load lighter, because they will share^(B) it with you.

³⁰ However, if payment is demanded, the owner may redeem his life by the payment of whatever is demanded.^(A)

¹⁸ and the elders^(A) shall take the man and punish him.