Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on 2 Samuel 23:3 in English Standard Version "The God of Israel has spoken; the Rock of Israel has said to me: When one rules justly over men, ruling in the fear of God," Ex 18:21 Moreover, look for able men from all the people, men who fear God, who are trustworthy and hate a bribe, and place such men over the people as chiefs of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens. 2Sa 22:2 He said, “The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, 2Sa 22:32 “For who is God, but the Lord? And who is a rock, except our God? 2Sa 22:47 “The Lord lives, and blessed be my rock, and exalted be my God, the rock of my salvation, 2Ch 19:7 Now then, let the fear of the Lord be upon you. Be careful what you do, for there is no injustice with the Lord our God, or partiality or taking bribes.” 2Ch 19:9 And he charged them: “Thus you shall do in the fear of the Lord, in faithfulness, and with your whole heart: