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God's Precise Judgment
The prophecy against Damascus is remarkably specific. Commentators explain that "breaking the bar" meant destroying its defenses, while the "Valley of Aven" and "House of Eden" were real places known for idolatry and luxury. The prediction of exile to Kir was fulfilled decades later by the Assyrians (2 Kings 16:9), demonstrating that God's declared judgments are not vague threats but certain, historical events.
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Albert Barnes
On Amos 1:5
18th Century
Theologian
I will also break the bar of Damascus - In the East, every city was fortified; the gates of the stronger cities were cased in iron,…
Charles Ellicott
On Amos 1:5
19th Century
Bishop
I will break ...—The “bar” means the bolt of iron or brass with which the city was defended. But it is possible that it may be use…
John Calvin
On Amos 1:3–5
16th Century
Theologian
It is strange that Amos said his words concerned Israel, and yet he now turns to speak of Damascus and the country of Syria. This seems inconsisten…
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John Gill
On Amos 1:5
17th Century
Pastor
I will break also the bar of Damascus
Or bars, the singular for the plural, by which the gates of the city were barr…
Matthew Henry
On Amos 1:1–8
17th Century
Minister
GOD employed a shepherd, a herdsman, to reprove and warn the people. Those to whom God gives abilities for His services, ought not to be despised f…