1. ouai toiV exouqenousin siwn kai toiV pepoiqosin epi to oroV samareiaV apetrughsan arcaV eqnwn kai eishlqon autoi oikoV tou israhl
2. diabhte panteV kai idete kai dielqate ekeiqen eiV emaq rabba kai katabhte ekeiqen eiV geq allofulwn taV kratistaV ek paswn twn basileiwn toutwn ei pleona ta oria autwn estin twn umeterwn oriwn
3. oi ercomenoi eiV hmeran kakhn oi eggizonteV kai efaptomenoi sabbatwn yeudwn
4. oi kaqeudonteV epi klinwn elefantinwn kai kataspatalwnteV epi taiV strwmnaiV autwn kai esqonteV erifouV ek poimniwn kai moscaria ek mesou boukoliwn galaqhna
5. oi epikrotounteV proV thn fwnhn twn organwn wV estwta elogisanto kai ouc wV feugonta
6. oi pinonteV ton diulismenon oinon kai ta prwta mura criomenoi kai ouk epascon ouden epi th suntribh iwshf
7. dia touto nun aicmalwtoi esontai ap' archV dunastwn kai exarqhsetai cremetismoV ippwn ex efraim
8. oti wmosen kurioV kaq' eautou dioti bdelussomai egw pasan thn ubrin iakwb kai taV cwraV autou memishka kai exarw polin sun pasin toiV katoikousin authn
9. kai estai ean upoleifqwsin deka andreV en oikia mia kai apoqanountai kai upoleifqhsontai oi kataloipoi
10. kai lhmyontai oi oikeioi autwn kai parabiwntai tou exenegkai ta osta autwn ek tou oikou kai erei toiV proesthkosi thV oikiaV ei eti uparcei para soi kai erei ouketi kai erei siga eneka tou mh onomasai to onoma kuriou
11. dioti idou kurioV entelletai kai pataxei ton oikon ton megan qlasmasin kai ton oikon ton mikron ragmasin
12. ei diwxontai en petraiV ippoi ei parasiwphsontai en qhleiaiV oti umeiV exestreyate eiV qumon krima kai karpon dikaiosunhV eiV pikrian
13. oi eufrainomenoi ep' oudeni logw oi legonteV ouk en th iscui hmwn escomen kerata
14. dioti idou egw epegeirw ef' umaV oikoV tou israhl eqnoV kai ekqliyousin umaV tou mh eiselqein eiV emaq kai ewV tou ceimarrou twn dusmwn
Footnotes:
6:1-3 - Amos pronounces a woe on those who live at ease in Zion and Samaria, trusting in material security and ignoring moral degradation. This warning against materialism and disregard for justice is central to understanding God's judgment (see also Revelation 3:17-18 and Matthew 6:19-21).
6:4-6 - The criticism is directed at those who live in luxury and pleasure, without concern for the needs of the people. The prophet denounces social insensitivity and selfishness, which are incompatible with true life in God (see also James 5:5 and 1 John 3:17-18).
6:7-11 - God pronounces Israel's imminent destruction, highlighting that the nation will be taken into captivity. Confidence in their riches and power will be in vain before divine judgment (see also Ezekiel 7:19-21 and 2 Corinthians 10:3-5).
6:12-14 - The people's arrogance is confronted. Even with their strengths and military victories, God promises their downfall, showing that without God's help, no human power is sufficient to guarantee security (see also Proverbs 21:30 and Jeremiah 48:14).
6:15-16 - The prophet criticizes the nation's pride, revealing that its self-sufficiency will be its downfall. Excessive reliance on human power and wealth can lead to divine judgment, serving as a lesson in humility and dependence on God (see also Isaiah 2:12-17 and James 4:6).
Verses related to Amós, 6:
Amos chapter 6 warns against complacency. How can prosperity blind a nation? This incisive text condemns the false security and excessive luxury of the leaders of Israel and Judah. The chapter warns of the danger of trusting in wealth and military power instead of God. Amos 6 foreshadows the severe judgment that will come upon the self-indulgent nation. Consider with us five biblical passages that correlate with the themes of pride and judgment presented in this provocative chapter.
Isaiah 5:11-12: "Woe to those who get up early to look for drink, and stay until late excited by wine! Their festivals include lyres and harps, tambourines, flutes and wine, but they do not care about the Lord's deeds, nor do they notice the works of his hands." - This passage from Isaiah echoes Amos's condemnation of the complacency and excessive luxury of the rich, central themes in Amos 6.
Luke 6:24-25: "But woe to you who are rich, for you have already received your consolation! Woe to you who now have plenty, for you will go hungry! Woe to you who laugh now, for you will lament and weep!" - Jesus' words reflect the judgment pronounced in Amos 6 against those who live in luxury and complacency.
James 5:1: "Listen now, you rich people! Cry and mourn, considering the misery that will befall you." - James, like Amos 6, warns the rich of coming judgment due to their complacency and injustice.
Revelation 18:7: "As much as she glorified herself and lived in luxury, give her as much torment and sadness. In her heart she boasts: I sit like a queen; I am not a widow and I will never be sad." - This passage from Revelation echoes the theme of Amos 6 about judgment against those who live in luxury and complacency.
Zephaniah 1:12: "At that time I will search Jerusalem with lamps, and I will punish those who sit at ease, like wine on its dregs, and say to themselves, The Lord will neither do good nor harm." - Zephaniah, like Amos 6, condemns the complacency of those who think they are safe and that God will not act.
FAQ:
What does Amos say about complacency in Amos 6?
Amos criticizes Israel's complacency, living in luxury and comfort while ignoring the injustice and problems around them. He warns that this attitude will bring punishment. (Amos 6:1-7)
How does Amos describe the destruction that will come to Israel in Amos 6?
Amos prophesies that Israel will be destroyed because of its arrogance and lack of repentance. Destruction will come as a consequence of abandonment of God and injustice. (Amos 6:8-14)
What does it mean to "drink from the cup of God's wrath" in Amos 6?
Drinking from the cup of God's wrath symbolizes the severe judgment that will be visited upon sinners. Amos states that the people of Israel will face divine punishment for their sin. (Amos 6:12)
Why does Amos criticize the rich and oppressors in Amos 6?
Amos criticizes the rich and oppressors for living in luxury while the people suffer. He denounces the lack of compassion and the oppression of the poor, who will be punished for their actions. (Amos 6:4-6)
What is true worship according to Amos 6?
Amos teaches that true worship involves righteousness and humility before God. It is not empty offerings or feasts that please God, but righteousness in all areas of life. (Amos 6:6)
