Exodus 18:21 meaning and explanation

Furthermore, select capable men from among the people—God-fearing, trustworthy men who are averse to dishonest gain. Appoint them over the people as leaders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens.

Exodus 18:21, Berean Standard Bible

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Jethro, a Midianite priest and Moses' father-in-law, is advising Moses in the desert near the mountain of God. Moses has been judging every dispute alone from morning to evening, and Jethro warns that the burden will wear him out.

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