Matthew Poole and continuators on Acts 19:38

38 Wherefore i[illegible: 1 letter] Demetrius and the craftsmen which are with him, have a matter against any man, the law is open, and there are deputies; let them implead one another.

Which is fittest to determine all questions and controversies. For men would be partial to their own cause; and every one challenge to be in the right.

Who under the Roman Emperors or Consuls, had power to hear and determine of all matters.

That so both parties may be heard.

Marginal references: Or, the Courtdays are kept.