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Hear this word that Yahweh has spoken against you, children of Israel, against the whole family which I brought up out of the land of Egypt, saying,
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A Divine Summons to Listen
Scholars like Barnes and Calvin note that the command 'Hear this word' is a solemn, divine summons. Amos isn't just sharing his opinion; he's delivering a message directly from God. This calls readers to approach Scripture not casually, but with reverence and a mind ready to listen, knowing they are dealing with the words of the Most High.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Amos, like Hosea, rebukes Israel directly and Judah indirectly. He had warned each nation separately. Now, before he concentrates himself on Israel…
19th Century
Anglican
Children of Israel rather than “house of Israel” is a phrase not as usual in Amos. Therefore, in many manuscripts, the latter phra…
16th Century
Protestant
The Prophet undoubtedly wished by these words to confirm his own authority, for he saw that his doctrine was regarded with contempt. It is probable…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Hear this word that the Lord has spoken against you, O children of Israel The prophec…
The distinguishing favors of God to us, if they do not restrain from sin, will not exempt from punishment. They could not expect communion with God…
