Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Amos 3:2 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Amos 3:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Amos chapter 3 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“You only have I known of all the families of the earth: therefore I will punish you for all your iniquities. punish: Heb. visit upon”
Amos 3:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Amos 3:2
This verse articulates one of Scripture's most important theological principles regarding election and accountability. "You only have I known of all the families of the earth" (raq etkhem yadati mikol mishpechot ha-adamah) declares Israel's unique covenant relationship with God. The verb "known" (yada) means far more than intellectual awareness—it signifies intimate, covenant relationship characterized by choice, commitment, and exclusive love. God chose Israel alone from all earth's peoples to be His treasured possession (Deuteronomy 7:6, 14:2; Exodus 19:5-6).Israel likely expected the conclu...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Amos 3:2
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“above all peoples who are on the face of the earth.”
“if you will indeed obey my voice”
“and he chose their seed after them”
“what will happen to those who don't obey the Good News of God?”
“that whoever of all the families of the earth doesn't go up to Jerusalem to worship the King”
“For the LORD's portion is his people; Jacob is the lot of his inheritance.”
“Even so have they loved to wander; they have not refrained their feet: therefore Yahweh does not accept them; now he will remember their iniquity”
“behold”
“Behold”
“and on the families that don't call on your name: for they have devoured Jacob”