Deuteronomy 1

16 I commanded your judges at that time: Hear the cases between your brothers, and judge rightly between a man and his brother or his resident alien. 17 Do not show partiality when deciding a case;  * 1:17 Lv 19:15; Dt 16:19; Pr 24:23 listen to small and great alike. Do not be intimidated by anyone, for judgment belongs to God.  * 1:17 2Ch 19:6 Bring me any case too difficult for you, and I will hear it.