Wiktionary
vb. 1 To provide specific references from an authoritative book, as the Bible or a book of statutes or rules, to support a statement. 2 (context idiomatic English) To speak authoritatively, providing detailed factual information.
Usage examples of "cite chapter and verse".
She could cite chapter and verse of every mistake made by every resident in Ridgefield for the previous fifty years.
He was ready to cite chapter and verse to her, if she gave him half a chance.
I like to cite chapter and verse with all the proper punctuation laid in.
It was clear LaFollet had been briefed on her, because he'd been ready not only to cite chapter and verse from the relevant Grayson law codes but to trade shamelessly on her own sense of duty.
How often did you have to explain the orders you gave, to cite chapter and verse as to why your instructions should be obeyed.