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God Demands Justice, Not Just Songs
Commentators agree that this verse is a powerful rebuke of empty religious ceremony. God rejects Israel's festivals and songs because they are not accompanied by social justice. Scholars like Calvin and Spurgeon emphasize that God is calling for a holy and pure life, demonstrated through the tangible fruits of righteousness, rather than mere outward piety.
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Amos
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Albert Barnes
On Amos 5:24
18th Century
Theologian
But - (And) let judgment run down like water. (Literally, “roll,” English margin) The duties of either table include both, since th…
Charles Ellicott
On Amos 5:24
19th Century
Bishop
Mighty stream—Or rather perennial stream.
Charles Spurgeon
On Amos 5:23–24
19th Century
Preacher
This is what God asks for—righteousness, not sweet music.
Have they not, even now, turned what were formerly houses of prayer into music-hall…
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John Calvin
On Amos 5:24
16th Century
Theologian
Interpreters variously expound this verse. To some it seems an exhortation, as if the Prophet said, “You thrust on me animal sacrifices and various…
John Gill
On Amos 5:24
17th Century
Pastor
But let judgments run down as waters
Or "roll" F15 ; in abundance, with great rapidity, bearing down all …
Matthew Henry
On Amos 5:18–27
17th Century
Minister
Woe to those who desire the day of the Lord's judgments, who wish for times of war and confusion���like some who long for changes, hoping to rise o…