Amos 7:11

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

فَهَذَا هُوَ مَا يَقُولُهُ عَامُوسُ: ‹سَيَمُوتُ يَرُبْعَامُ بِالسَّيْفِ، وَسَيُسبَى إسْرَائِيلُ بَعِيدًا عَنْ أرْضِهِ.›»

ما معنى هذا؟

In this verse from Amos 7:11, the prophet Amos foretells that King Jeroboam of Israel will die violently and that the people of Israel will be taken away as captives from their land. This message is a warning about the consequences of disobedience to God.

شرح للأطفال

Imagine if your favorite teacher said you'd lose all your toys unless you clean up your room, but instead of cleaning up, you ignore them and get in trouble later. That's like what Amos is telling Israel: they'll face big trouble for not listening to God’s rules.

السياق التاريخي

The verse was written by the prophet Amos during the reign of Jeroboam II around the mid-8th century BCE. Amos was warning the Northern Kingdom of Israel about their impending judgment due to their idolatry and social injustice. This message would have been particularly impactful for the people who were living in luxury but ignoring God's laws.

التطبيق اليوم

In today’s context, this verse can remind us that our choices have consequences. For example, if you ignore your health by eating poorly every day, there will likely be negative outcomes later on, just as Israel faced the results of their disobedience to God.

المواضيع

• judgment
• consequences
• disobedience
• warning
• prophecy
• captive

آيات ذات صلة

• Isaiah 39:6
• 1 Kings 14:7-10
• 2 Kings 17:6
• Hosea 8:1-3
• Matthew 24:4-14

أسئلة شائعة

What is the significance of King Jeroboam in this prophecy?

Jeroboam was a king who led Israel into idolatry and social injustice. His death by the sword symbolizes God's judgment on his actions, showing that even leaders are accountable for their sins.

Why were the people of Israel taken captive out of their land?

The captivity was a divine punishment for their disobedience and idolatry. It shows how ignoring God’s commandments can lead to severe consequences, including loss of freedom and homeland.

How should we apply the message of Amos 7:11 in our lives?

We should take responsibility for our actions and be mindful that they have consequences. Like Israel, if we turn away from God’s guidance, it can lead to negative outcomes.

What does this verse teach us about the role of prophets like Amos?

Prophets were messengers from God who warned people of impending judgment due to their sins. Their messages often called for repentance and a return to righteousness, as seen with Amos' warning.