What does the Bible say about constitution?

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The Bible teaches that human government and public covenants should be ordered under God’s righteous law, with leaders accountable to him rather than above him. Deuteronomy 17:18-20 directs Israel’s king to read and obey God’s law humbly, so that his rule would not become proud or self-willed. In 2 Samuel 5:3 and 2 Chronicles 23:2-3, Israel’s leaders covenant before the Lord in establishing a king, showing that civil authority is to be publicly bound to God’s purposes. Jeremiah 34:8-11 condemns broken covenant promises, while Daniel 6:12-15 warns that even established laws can become instruments of injustice when they oppose God. Christians should therefore honor lawful authority while recognizing God’s Word as the highest standard of justice and obedience.