Amos 3:2 web — "You only have I chosen of all the families of the earth. Therefore I will punish you for all of your sins."

World English Bible

""You only have I chosen of all the families of the earth. Therefore I will punish you for all of your sins.""

— Amos 3:2, World English Bible

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Amos 3 — Context

1

Hear this word that Yahweh has spoken against you, children of Israel, against the whole family which I brought up out of the land of Egypt, saying:

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"You only have I chosen of all the families of the earth. Therefore I will punish you for all of your sins."

3

Do two walk together, unless they have agreed?

4

Will a lion roar in the thicket, when he has no prey? Does a young lion cry out of his den, if he has caught nothing?

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Can a bird fall in a trap on the earth, where no snare is set for him? Does a snare spring up from the ground, when there is nothing to catch?

Amos 3:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Amos 3:2 say?
Amos 3:2 in the World English Bible reads: “"You only have I chosen of all the families of the earth. Therefore I will punish you for all of your sins."”
Where is Amos 3:2 in the Bible?
Amos 3:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Amos, chapter 3, verse 2.
Who wrote Amos?
Amos is traditionally attributed to Amos, a shepherd and fig-farmer from Tekoa. It was written c. 760–750 BC.
What is the book of Amos about?
Amos, a working shepherd from Judah, is sent north to confront Israel's outward prosperity and inward injustice. With searing rhetoric he denounces oppression of the poor and empty religion, calling for justice to roll down like waters.
What are the major themes of Amos?
Amos explores themes including Justice, Social Sin, Empty Religion, Day of the LORD, Remnant. These themes shape the meaning and context of Amos 3:2.
What translation should I read Amos 3:2 in?
Amos 3:2 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Amos 3:2?
Amos 3:2 reads (WEB): “"You only have I chosen of all the families of the earth. Therefore I will punish you for all of your sins."” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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