When Jehoshaphat king of Judah had returned safely to his home in Jerusalem ,
Jehu son of Hanani the seer went out to confront him and said to King Jehoshaphat , “ Should you help the wicked and love those who hate the LORD ? Because of this , the wrath of the LORD (is) vvv upon you.
However , some good is found in you , for you have removed the Asherah poles from the land and have set your heart on seeking God.”
Jehoshaphat lived in Jerusalem , and once again he went out among the people from Beersheba to the hill country of Ephraim and turned them back to the LORD , the God of their fathers.
He appointed Judges - in the land , in each of the fortified cities of Judah.
Then he said to the Judges - , “ Consider carefully what you do , for you are not judging for man , but for the LORD , who is with you vvv when you render judgment.
And now , may the fear of the LORD be upon you. Be careful what you do , for with the LORD our God there is no injustice or partiality ... or bribery ....”
Moreover , Jehoshaphat appointed in Jerusalem some of the Levites , priests , and heads of the Israelite families to judge on behalf of the LORD and to settle disputes. And they lived in Jerusalem.
He commanded them , ... saying , ... “ You must serve faithfully and wholeheartedly ... in the fear of the LORD.
For every dispute that comes before you from your brothers who dwell in their cities — whether (it regards) bloodshed or some other violation of law , commandments , statutes , or ordinances — you are to warn them , - so that they will not incur guilt before the LORD and wrath will not come upon you and your brothers. Do this , and you will not incur guilt.
Note that Amariah , the chief priest , will be over you in all that pertains to the LORD , and Zebadiah son of Ishmael , the ruler of the house of Judah , in all that pertains to the king. And the Levites (will serve as) officers before you. Act resolutely ; may the LORD be with the upright !”