The doctrine of the lesser magistrates is rooted in the doctrine of interposition. Interposition is where one stands in the gap – willingly placing themselves between an oppressor and his intended victim. When the higher ranking civil authority makes unjust or immoral laws or polices, the lower ranking civil authorities have the duty to interpose – and place themselves between the tyrant and the people. The people have the duty to rally behind the lesser magistrates that take a stand.
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