Tsaw Htum ai dai Madu gaw, “Israela mung na mare langai gaw hpyenla hkying mi dat dat ti mung, latsa chyu sha nhtang wa nga ai; kaga mare langai gaw latsa dat dat ti mung, marai shi chyu sha nhtang wa nga ai,” ngu nna tsun ai.
What Does This Mean?
Amos 5:3 says that God will drastically reduce the population of cities in Israel, leaving only a small fraction of their original size. This message comes directly from God and warns of severe consequences for the people's actions.
Explained for Children
Imagine if you had a thousand toy cars but could only keep ten. That’s how few people would be left in these cities compared to before. It shows that sometimes we need to listen carefully to what our leaders say or face big changes.
Historical Background
Amos, a prophet from the southern kingdom of Judah, delivered this message around 750 BCE during the reigns of kings Uzziah and Jeroboam II. He was speaking to the northern kingdom of Israel who were being punished for their sins and idolatry.
Living It Out Today
Today, imagine a small business that once had a large team but due to poor management, downsizes significantly. This verse reminds us of the importance of making wise choices in our communities and organizations.