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Amos 2:4 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Amos 2:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Amos chapter 2 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Thus saith the LORD; For three transgressions of Judah, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because they have despised the law of the LORD, and have not kept his commandments, and their lies caused them to err, after the which their fathers have walked:”
Amos 2:4 (KJV)
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Commentary on Amos 2:4
After pronouncing judgment on six pagan nations, Amos turns to Judah, his home kingdom. The prophetic formula "Thus saith the LORD" establishes divine authority. "For three transgressions of Judah, and for four" uses Hebrew poetic parallelism indicating multiplied, overflowing sin—not literally three or four offenses but systematic, habitual covenant violation. The number pattern (3+1) suggests completeness and certainty of judgment."I will not turn away the punishment thereof" translates lo' ashivenu—literally "I will not revoke it," referring to God's decree of judgment. Once God's patience ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Amos 2:4
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“but had rejected my statutes”
“and they rejected my ordinances”
“and didn't walk in my statutes”
“my strength”
“Because ye have said”
“and will punish Jacob according to his ways; according to his deeds he will repay him.”
“they are dismayed and taken: behold”
“and as the dry grass sinks down in the flame”