← Back to Search

Amos 1:12

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial

Read Translation Methodology

KJV ORIGINAL

But I will send a fire upon Teman, which shall devour the palaces of Bozrah.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

But I'm going to send fire to destroy Teman, and it'll completely consume all the grand palaces in Bozrah.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When God says there will be consequences, he means it — even the most impressive places won't be safe.

PreviousAmos 1:11

Explore Similar Verses

They built their places right next to mine — their doorways touching my doorways, their walls right up against mine. But then they filled those spaces with disgusting things that completely disrespected who I am. That's why I had to destroy them in my anger.

But then the court will be in session, and they're going to strip away all his power — completely dismantling his reign until there's nothing left of it.

But this new guy who comes against him? He's going to do whatever he wants, and nobody will be able to stop him. He'll take over the beautiful land, and honestly, he's going to wreck it completely.

Ask the AI Assistant

Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.

Share or Save