Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Amos 6:4 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Amos 6:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Amos chapter 6 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“That lie upon beds of ivory, and stretch themselves upon their couches, and eat the lambs out of the flock, and the calves out of the midst of the stall; stretch: or, abound with superfluities”
Amos 6:4 (KJV)
Commentary on Amos 6:4
That lie upon beds of ivory (הַשֹּׁכְבִים עַל־מִטּוֹת שֵׁן, hashochevim al-mitot shen)—ivory-inlaid beds represented extreme luxury in the ancient world. And stretch themselves upon their couches (וּסְרֻחִים עַל־עַרְשׂוֹתָם, useruchim al-arsotam)—the verb סָרַח (sarach) implies sprawling indolently. And eat the lambs out of the flock, and the calves out of the midst of the stall—consuming the choicest meat without concern for cost or scarcity. This isn't merely enjoying God's blessings but self-indulgent luxury while others starve.The condemnation isn't wealth per se but indifference: they are...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Amos 6:4
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“Thus saith the LORD; As the shepherd taketh out of the mouth of the lion two legs”
“joy and gladness”
“that they may follow strong drink; who stay late into the night”
“he held a feast in his house”
“and taken your pleasure. You have nourished your hearts as in a day of slaughter.”
“Soul, you have many goods laid up for many years. Take your ease, eat, drink, be merry.'”
“prophesy against the shepherds of Israel”
“Their eyes stand out with fatness: they have more than heart could wish.”
“as in the day; not in reveling and drunkenness”