17. Let priests who lead well be held worthy of twice the honor, especially those who labor in the Word and in doctrine.
18. For Scripture says: "You shall not muzzle an ox as it is treading out the grain," and, "The worker is worthy of his pay."
19. Do not be willing to accept an accusation against a priest, except under two or three witnesses.
20. Reprove sinners in the sight of everyone, so that the others may have fear.
21. I testify before God and Christ Jesus and the elect Angels, that you should observe these things without prejudgment, doing nothing which shows favoritism to either side.