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Amos 8:7

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
The LORD hath sworn by the excellency of Jacob, Surely I will never forget any of their works.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

God made a promise on everything that makes Jacob's people special, he's never going to forget a single thing they've done.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God has a perfect memory when it comes to your actions, and he's not letting anything slide.

📚 Historical Context

Amos was a prophet from the southern kingdom of Judah who was sent to warn the northern kingdom of Israel about their social injustices, such as exploiting the poor and ignoring God's laws, during a time of economic prosperity in the 8th century BC. In this verse, God swears by the pride of Jacob, referring to Israel's heritage and blessings, that He will not forget the people's wicked deeds, signaling an inevitable judgment. This reflects the broader biblical narrative of God's covenant with Israel, where blessings come with the responsibility to live justly.

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