Amos 6:14

Arabic Bible AVD 1999 (الكتاب المقدس)

«لِأَنِّي هَأَنَذَا أُقِيمُ عَلَيْكُمْ يَا بَيْتَ إِسْرَائِيلَ، يَقُولُ ٱلرَّبُّ إِلَهُ ٱلْجُنُودِ، أُمَّةً فَيُضَايِقُونَكُمْ مِنْ مَدْخَلِ حَمَاةَ إِلَى وَادِي ٱلْعَرَبَةِ».

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from Amos, God is speaking to the people of Israel and warns them that he will raise up another nation against them. This other nation will cause trouble for Israel from one end of their land to the other.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you had a really big sandbox, and your friend came over with a bigger shovel than yours. God is saying that something like this will happen to Israel – they'll have enemies who can cause them lots of problems all around where they live.

Historical Background

Amos was a prophet who lived during the eighth century B.C., speaking to the Northern Kingdom of Israel. He warned of impending divine judgment due to their social injustices and religious hypocrisy, reflecting a time when the people were prosperous but spiritually corrupt.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this verse can remind us that ignoring God's warnings or living unrighteously will lead to consequences. For example, if someone neglects studying for an important exam because they are overly confident in their abilities, they might face negative results that could have been avoided with more humility and diligence.

Topics

• judgment
• warning
• consequences
• divine intervention
• prophets
• God's sovereignty

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 15:3
• Ezekiel 24:6-7
• Isaiah 10:5-11
• Luke 19:41-44
• Romans 2:8

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did God choose to raise up another nation against Israel?

God raised up another nation as a form of judgment for Israel's social injustices and religious hypocrisy, warning them about the consequences of their actions.

What does 'from Hemath unto the river of the wilderness' mean in this verse?

This phrase refers to the extent of the territory where Israel would face affliction. It describes a vast area from north to south, indicating that trouble would come from all over.

How can we avoid facing judgment like what happened to ancient Israel?

By listening to God's warnings and striving for righteousness in our lives, just as the people of Israel were called upon to do. This includes living with integrity and following God’s commandments.

What can we learn about divine justice from this passage?

This passage teaches us that there are consequences for actions against God's will. Divine justice involves holding people accountable for their deeds, ensuring righteousness prevails in the end.