Lux Domini
Thus saith the LORD; For three transgressions of Edom, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because he did pursue his brother with the sword, and did cast off all pity, and his anger did tear perpetually, and he kept his wrath for ever:

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Interpretation

This verse speaks in the wider setting of justice and false worship as Amos unfolds its message.

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This thought runs through Amos 1:11-12.

Amos 1:11 Amos 1:12

Glossary

Edom Place
Biblical region. Modern identification: Buseira.