Exodus 18:20 - Exposition

Thou shalt teach them ordinances and laws . Or, "statutes and laws," as in Exodus 18:16 . It is not quite clear how these differ. Some regard "statutes" as connected with religion, and laws as regulations with respect to civil and social matters. Others explain the first as "specific" and the second as "general enactments." The way wherein they must walk . The general line of conduct which all are bound to pursue. The work that they must do . The special task which each has to perform individually.