Deuteronomy 19:17

Then both the men, between whom the controversy is, shall stand before the Lord, before the priests and the judges, which shall be in those days;

Cross-reference

Deuteronomy 17:9 similarly describes going to priests and judges for verdicts — the same judicial procedure.

Deuteronomy 16:18 Historical context

Deuteronomy 16:18 commands appointing judges in towns—this establishes the judicial system that Deuteronomy 19:17 operates within.

Deuteronomy 17:8 describes difficult cases brought to priests and judges at the sanctuary—identical procedure to the one here.

Deuteronomy 21:5 mentions priests as chosen to minister and judge — similar to their legal authority here.

Deuteronomy 25:1 describes disputes going to court with judges deciding—general principle underlying this specific instruction.

Exodus 21:6 Parallel

In Exodus 21:6, a slave is brought 'to God' (judges) for a legal decision—same procedure of appearing before authorities.

Exodus 22:8 Parallel

Exodus 22:8 requires the owner to appear before 'God' (judges) in theft cases—parallel to bringing disputes before priests/judges here.

Malachi 2:7 Parallel

Malachi 2:7 describes priests as guardians of knowledge and messengers — aligning with their judicial role here.

Matthew 23:2 mentions scribes/Pharisees sitting on Moses' seat — analogous to the priests and judges as authorities.