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But they are not grieved for the affliction of Joseph — Do not humble themselves under God’s afflicting hand, nor lay to heart the calamities which the divine judgments have brought, and are still bringing more and more upon the kingdom of Israel, called by the name of Joseph.
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In the historical context of Amos, calamities such as...
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Jan 8, 2023 · Thus, Amos 3:6 appears to be predicting exactly what many other prophets predicted - that God would bring disaster and calamity upon Israel for their sinfulness as punishment. Generally, this was fulfilled when the northern kingdom was destroyed by Assyria in 722 BC; and Judah was carried into exile in 538 by Babylon.
In the historical context of Amos, calamities such as invasions, natural disasters, or other forms of judgment were often seen as consequences of the people's disobedience to God. The mention of calamity serves as a warning to the Israelites, urging them to consider their ways and the potential consequences of their actions.
New International Version. You put off the day of disaster and bring near a reign of terror. New Living Translation. You push away every thought of coming disaster, but your actions only bring the day of judgment closer. English Standard Version. O you who put far away the day of disaster and bring near the seat of violence? Berean Standard Bible.
Amos spells out several calamities that the LORD sent to Israel to catch their attention so that they might return to Him. But all this was done to no avail. The Israelites refuse to return to the LORD their God.
Judgments on Israel’s Neighbors. 1 The words of Amos, who was among the () sheepbreeders of () Tekoa, which he saw concerning Israel in the days of () Uzziah king of Judah, and in the days of () Jeroboam the son of Joash, king of Israel, two years before the () earthquake.
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May 9, 2024 · Brief Summary: Amos can see that beneath Israel’s external prosperity and power, internally the nation is corrupt to the core. The sins for which Amos chastens the people are extensive: neglect of God’s Word, idolatry, pagan worship, greed, corrupted leadership, and oppression of the poor.
