And let them judge the people at all seasons: and it shall be, that every great matter they shall bring unto thee, but every small matter they shall judge: so shall it be easier for thyself, and they shall bear the burden with thee.
Let them make decisions for the people all the time. When big, important issues come up, they should bring those to you. But they can handle the smaller matters themselves. This will make things easier for you, and they will share the load with you.
This verse shows God's wisdom in delegating responsibility - leaders should handle the big decisions while training others to manage smaller issues, making the workload more manageable for everyone.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Exodus, Moses was overwhelmed with the task of judging disputes among the Israelites in the wilderness, as he was the sole leader handling all matters for a large group of people. His father-in-law, Jethro, a Midianite priest, observed this inefficiency and advised Moses to appoint capable men to assist by handling smaller issues, allowing Moses to focus on major decisions. This occurred during the Israelites' journey through the desert after their deliverance from slavery in Egypt.
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