And though they go into captivity before their enemies, thence will I command the sword, and it shall slay them: and I will set mine eyes upon them for evil, and not for good.
Even if they get dragged away as prisoners by their enemies, I'll still command the sword to find them there. My eyes will be on them, but not to protect, to bring judgment.
There's nowhere to run when God decides it's time to face the consequences.
📚 Historical Context
Amos was a prophet in the 8th century BC who delivered God's messages to the Northern Kingdom of Israel during a time of prosperity but widespread moral decay, including idolatry and social injustice. This verse is part of a larger prophecy warning that no escape, even through captivity by enemies like the Assyrians, would evade God's judgment. It reflects the historical reality of Israel's impending invasion and exile around 722 BC.
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