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Amos 1:2. The Lord will roar from Zion — This and the next clause occur, Joel 3:16, and a similar one, Jeremiah 25:30, where see the notes.The meaning is, that God would soon spread terror, like beasts of prey when they roar, chap. Amos 3:8: or, that he would soon display his power in executing judgment.
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Aram-Damascus. - Amos 1:3. "Thus saith Jehovah, For three...
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7 So I will be like a lion to them; Like a leopard I will...
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17 “Is it not the wheat harvest today? I will call to the...
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a fruitful mountain in the land of Israel; there were two of this name, one in the tribe of Judah, near which Nabal dwelt, ( 1 Samuel 25:2) ; another in the tribe of Asher, near to Ptolemais or Aco; some think the former is meant, as being nearer Tekoa, and more known to Amos; others the latter, because Israel or the ten tribes are prophesied against; though Carmel may be taken for any and all ...
Amos receives God’s revelation concerning Israel during the reigns of Uzziah, king of Judah and Jeroboam II, king of Israel. Amos 1:1-2 meaning The prophecy of Amos begins with a title verse which provides the reader with some historical background of the prophet and of the book.
Through Amos, God issues a summons for attention, underscoring that judgment is imminent if the people fail to heed the warnings. In this context, Amos 1:2 sets the stage for a series of judgments against Israel and surrounding nations, establishing a theme of accountability for transgressions that are seen as universal in nature.
And he said, The LORD will roar from Zion ( Amos 1:2), When Jesus Christ comes again, according to Joel, Hosea speaks about it, and now Amos also speaks about it, "He will roar from Zion." he will utter his voice from Jerusalem; and the habitations of the shepherds shall mourn, and the top of Carmel shall wither. Thus saith the LORD ( Amos 1:2-3);
5 days ago · The words of Amos: This book of the prophet Amos is the only mention we have of this man in the Old Testament. The books of 1 and 2 Kings and 1 and 2 Chronicles do not mention this prophet, and he should not be confused with Amoz, the father of Isaiah the prophet (Isaiah 1:1). i. The name Amos means burden or burden bearer.
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This is the commencement of "the words" of Amos (ver. 1); and herein the prophet gives a short summary of the judgment which he has to pronounce. The following clause is a repetition of Joel 3:16 ; and Amos thus connects his prophecy with that of his predscessor, to show the unity of prophetic mission, and to warn the Jews that God's punishments are not directed exclusively on heathen nations.
