Amos 8:13

Arabic Bible Life (Targamet El Hayah) (LA)

في ذلك اليوم يغشى على العذارى الجميلات والفتيان من فرط الظمإ.

What Does This Mean?

Amos warns that a day will come when even the strongest and most beautiful people, like young women and men, will feel desperate for something they need, just like being very thirsty without water. Amos is speaking to show how severe this future situation will be.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're in a big race on a hot day. You're running so hard that even the best runners get super thirsty and can't keep going. That's what Amos says will happen someday, but it's not about just being thirsty; it's about something much more important they'll need.

Historical Background

Amos was a prophet who lived around 750 BC, prophesying to the Northern Kingdom of Israel. He warned them of God’s judgment due to their social injustices and spiritual rebellion against God. This verse depicts a future time when people will desperately seek what they need.

Living It Out Today

In our modern world, this can be seen in times of great crisis where even those who seem most capable and strong feel overwhelmed by the situation, much like during severe natural disasters or economic downturns where basic needs are not met.

Topics

• judgment
• thirst
• hopelessness
• prophetic warnings
• spiritual needs
• crisis

Related Verses

• Isaiah 41:17
• Jeremiah 2:13
• John 4:13-14
• Matthew 5:6
• Revelation 21:6

Frequently Asked Questions

Who wrote Amos 8:13?

The verse was written by the prophet Amos, who prophesied to Israel during a time of great moral and social decay.

What does 'fainting for thirst' mean in this context?

'Fainting for thirst' symbolizes a deep need or desperation, not just physical but also spiritual, emphasizing the severity of God's judgment on Israel.

Is this verse applicable to modern times?

Yes, it can be applied today as a warning about how even those who seem strong and capable might face desperate situations due to their lack of connection with God.

How does this relate to other prophetic passages?

Like Isaiah 41:17 and Jeremiah 2:13, it portrays a time when people will desperately seek what they need, reflecting broader themes of judgment and spiritual thirst.