Amos 7:16

Amos 7:16 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

Now, therefore, hear the word of the LORD. You say: ‘Do not prophesy against Israel; do not preach against the house of Isaac.’

King James Version KJV

¶ Now therefore hear thou the word of the LORD: Thou sayest, Prophesy not against Israel, and drop not thy word against the house of Isaac.

American Standard Version ASV

Now therefore hear thou the word of Jehovah: Thou sayest, Prophesy not against Israel, and drop not thy word against the house of Isaac;

Bible in Basic English BBE

Now then, give ear to the word of the Lord: You say, Be no prophet to Israel, and say not a word against the people of Isaac.

Free Bible Version FBV

So now hear what the Lord is telling you: You say, “Don't prophesy against Israel, and don't preach against the descendants of Isaac.”

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Now therefore heare thou the word of the Lord. Thou sayest, Prophecie not against Israel, and speake nothing against the house of Izhak.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And now, hear a word of Jehovah: thou art saying, Do not prophesy against Israel, nor drop [any thing] against the house of Isaac,

World English Bible WEB

Now therefore listen to the LORD’s word: ‘You say, Don’t prophesy against Israel, and don’t preach against the house of Isaac.’

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Now therefore hear thou the word of the LORD: Thou sayest, Prophesy not against Israel, and drop not thy word against the house of Isaac.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And now hear thou the word of the Lord: Thou sayest, thou shalt not prophesy against Israel, and thou shalt not drop thy word upon the house of the idol.

Translation for Translators T4T

You said to me, ‘Do not prophecy saying terrible things will happen to the people of Israel; stop saying those things!’

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Amos 7:16 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/עַתָּ֖ה שְׁמַ֣ע דְּבַר יְהוָ֑ה אַתָּ֣ה אֹמֵ֗ר לֹ֤א תִנָּבֵא֙ עַל יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל וְ/לֹ֥א תַטִּ֖יף עַל בֵּ֥ית יִשְׂחָֽק

וְ/עַתָּ֖ה ʻattâh H6258 now Conj | Adv

שְׁמַ֣ע shâmaʻ H8085 to hear V-Qal-Impv-2ms

דְּבַר dâbâr H1697 Chronicles N-ms

יְהוָ֑ה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 The Lord N-proper

אַתָּ֣ה ʼattâh H859 you(m.s.) Pron

אֹמֵ֗ר ʼâmar H559 to say V-Qal

לֹ֤א lôʼ H3808 not Part

תִנָּבֵא֙ nâbâʼ H5012 to prophesy V-Niphal-Imperf-2ms

עַל ʻal H5921 upon Prep

יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל Yisrâʼêl H3478 Israel N-proper

וְ/לֹ֥א lôʼ H3808 not Conj | Part

תַטִּ֖יף nâṭaph H5197 to drip/prophesy V-Hiphil-Imperf-2ms

עַל ʻal H5921 upon Prep

בֵּ֥ית bayith H1004 place N-ms

יִשְׂחָֽק Yischâq H3446 Isaac N-proper

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Hebrew Word Reference — Amos 7:16

וְ/עַתָּ֖ה ʻattâh H6258 "now" Conj | Adv

This word means now or at this time, like in Exodus when God says now is the time to act. It can also be used to connect ideas or show a change in time, as seen in the book of Isaiah.

Definition: 1) now 1a) now 1b) in phrases

Usage: Occurs in 422 OT verses. KJV: henceforth, now, straightway, this time, whereas. See also: Genesis 3:22; Joshua 24:23; 2 Samuel 24:13.

שְׁמַ֣ע shâmaʻ H8085 "to hear" V-Qal-Impv-2ms

To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.

Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound

Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.

דְּבַר dâbâr H1697 "Chronicles" N-ms

A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.

Definition: This name means word, speaking

Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.

יְהוָ֑ה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 "The Lord" N-proper

Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.

Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)

Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.

אַתָּ֣ה ʼattâh H859 "you(m.s.)" Pron

You is the translation of a Hebrew word used to address someone directly, like when God says you to someone in the Bible. It can be singular or plural, and is often translated as thee, thou, or ye.

Definition: you (second pers. sing. masc.)

Usage: Occurs in 997 OT verses. KJV: thee, thou, ye, you. See also: Genesis 3:11; Exodus 23:9; Deuteronomy 14:1.

אֹמֵ֗ר ʼâmar H559 "to say" V-Qal

This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.

Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)

Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.

לֹ֤א lôʼ H3808 "not" Part

The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.

Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)

Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.

תִנָּבֵא֙ nâbâʼ H5012 "to prophesy" V-Niphal-Imperf-2ms

To prophesy means to speak or sing under the influence of the divine spirit, as seen in the prophets of the Bible. This can include predicting the future or simply speaking God's message to others.

Definition: 1) to prophesy 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to prophesy 1a1a) under influence of divine spirit 1a1b) of false prophets 1b)(Hithpael) 1b1) to prophesy 1b1a) under influence of divine spirit 1b1b) of false prophets Aramaic equivalent: ne.va (נבא "to prophesy" H5013)

Usage: Occurs in 102 OT verses. KJV: prophesy(-ing), make self a prophet. See also: Numbers 11:25; Jeremiah 27:16; Jeremiah 2:8.

עַל ʻal H5921 "upon" Prep

This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.

Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)

Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.

יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל Yisrâʼêl H3478 "Israel" N-proper

Israel is the symbolic name of Jacob, also referring to his descendants. Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah, had 12 sons who became the tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 25:26. His story is crucial to the Bible's narrative.

Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently § Israel = "God prevails" 1) the second name for Jacob given to him by God after his wrestling with the angel at Peniel 2) the name of the descendants and the nation of the descendants of Jacob 2a) the name of the nation until the death of Solomon and the split 2b) the name used and given to the northern kingdom consisting of the 10 tribes under Jeroboam; the southern kingdom was known as Judah 2c) the name of the nation after the return from exile

Usage: Occurs in 2231 OT verses. KJV: Israel. See also: Genesis 32:29; Exodus 13:18; Exodus 40:38.

וְ/לֹ֥א lôʼ H3808 "not" Conj | Part

The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.

תַטִּ֖יף nâṭaph H5197 "to drip/prophesy" V-Hiphil-Imperf-2ms

This Hebrew word means to drip or prophesy, often used to describe speaking by inspiration. It appears in the books of Deuteronomy and Ezekiel, where prophets speak God's words. The word implies a gradual and steady flow of words.

Definition: 1) to drop, drip, distil, prophesy, preach, discourse 1a) (Qal) to drop, drip 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to drip 1b2) to drop (prophecy)

Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: drop(-ping), prophesy(-et). See also: Judges 5:4; Ezekiel 21:2; Psalms 68:9.

עַל ʻal H5921 "upon" Prep

This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.

בֵּ֥ית bayith H1004 "place" N-ms

The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.

Definition: nm place, origin, between

Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.

יִשְׂחָֽק Yischâq H3446 "Isaac" N-proper

Isaac was the son of Abraham and Sarah, and his name means 'he laughs', as his parents laughed when they found out they would have a child in their old age.

Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.17.19; son of: Abraham (H0085) and Sarah (H8283); half-brother of: Ishmael (H3458), Zimran (H2175), Jokshan (H3370), Medan (H4091), Midian (H4080), Ishbak (H3435) and Shuah (H7744); married to Rebekah (H7259); father of: Esau (H6215) and Israel (H3478) Another spelling of yits.chaq (יִצְחָק "Isaac" H3327) § Isaac = "he laughs" son of Abraham by Sarah his wife and father of Jacob and Esau

Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Isaac. Compare H3327 (יִצְחָק). See also: Psalms 105:9; Amos 7:9; Jeremiah 33:26.

Study Notes — Amos 7:16

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Amos 7:16 Summary
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Gill's Exposition on Amos 7:16
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Amos 7:16
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Amos 7:16
Trapp's Commentary on Amos 7:16
Ellicott's Commentary on Amos 7:16
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Amos 7:16
Cambridge Bible on Amos 7:16
Barnes' Notes on Amos 7:16
Whedon's Commentary on Amos 7:16
Sermons on Amos 7:16

Context — Amaziah Accuses Amos

14“I was not a prophet,” Amos replied, “nor was I the son of a prophet; rather, I was a herdsman and a tender of sycamore-fig trees. 15But the LORD took me from following the flock and said to me, ‘Go, prophesy to My people Israel.’

16Now, therefore, hear the word of the LORD. You say: ‘Do not prophesy against Israel; do not preach against the house of Isaac.’

17Therefore this is what the LORD says: ‘Your wife will become a prostitute in the city, and your sons and daughters will fall by the sword. Your land will be divided by a measuring line, and you yourself will die on pagan soil. And Israel will surely go into exile, away from their homeland.’”

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Ezekiel 20:46	“Son of man, set your face toward the south, preach against it, and prophesy against the forest of the Negev.
2	Micah 2:6	“Do not preach,” they preach. “Do not preach these things; disgrace will not overtake us.”
3	Ezekiel 21:2	“Son of man, set your face against Jerusalem and preach against the sanctuaries. Prophesy against the land of Israel
4	Deuteronomy 32:2	Let my teaching fall like rain and my speech settle like dew, like gentle rain on new grass, like showers on tender plants.
5	Amos 7:13	But never prophesy at Bethel again, because it is the sanctuary of the king and the temple of the kingdom.”
6	1 Samuel 15:16	“Stop!” exclaimed Samuel. “Let me tell you what the LORD said to me last night.” “Tell me,” Saul replied.
7	Jeremiah 28:15–17	Then the prophet Jeremiah said to the prophet Hananiah, “Listen, Hananiah! The LORD did not send you, but you have persuaded this people to trust in a lie. Therefore this is what the LORD says: ‘I am about to remove you from the face of the earth. You will die this year because you have preached rebellion against the LORD.’” And in the seventh month of that very year, the prophet Hananiah died.
8	1 Kings 22:19	Micaiah continued, “Therefore hear the word of the LORD: I saw the LORD sitting on His throne, and all the host of heaven standing by Him on His right and on His left.
9	Isaiah 30:10	They say to the seers, “Stop seeing visions!” and to the prophets, “Do not prophesy to us the truth! Speak to us pleasant words; prophesy illusions.

Amos 7:16 Summary

[In Amos 7:16, the people are telling Amos to stop speaking out against Israel, but Amos is being obedient to God's command to speak His word. This shows that Amos is committed to being faithful to God, even when it is difficult or unpopular. As we read this verse, we can ask ourselves if we are being faithful to God's commands in our own lives, and if we are speaking the truth in love, as seen in Ephesians 4:15. By doing so, we can learn to trust in God's sovereignty and provision, as seen in Psalm 37:3-4.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main command that Amos is being told not to do in Amos 7:16?

The people are telling Amos not to prophesy against Israel or preach against the house of Isaac, but Amos is being obedient to God's command to speak His word, as seen in Amos 7:15 where God says 'Go, prophesy to My people Israel.'

Why are the people telling Amos to stop prophesying against Israel?

The people are likely telling Amos to stop prophesying against Israel because they do not want to hear the truth about their sin and the coming judgment, similar to the response of the people in Isaiah 30:10 who say 'Speak to us pleasant words, prophesy illusions.'

What is the significance of the house of Isaac in Amos 7:16?

The house of Isaac refers to the descendants of Isaac, who was the son of Abraham and the father of Jacob, and is another way of referring to the nation of Israel, as seen in Genesis 17:19 where God says 'your wife Sarah will bear you a son, and you will name him Isaac.'

How does Amos' response in Amos 7:16 relate to his calling as a prophet?

Amos' response in Amos 7:16 shows that he is being faithful to his calling as a prophet, despite the opposition and criticism he is facing, and is obedient to God's command to speak His word, as seen in Jeremiah 1:7 where God says 'You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you.'

Reflection Questions

What are some ways that I can be obedient to God's commands, even when it is difficult or unpopular?
How can I balance the need to speak the truth with the need to be sensitive to the feelings and concerns of others?
What are some areas in my life where I may be tempted to 'prophesy pleasant words' rather than speaking the truth, and how can I avoid this temptation?
How can I cultivate a deeper trust in God's sovereignty and provision, even in the face of opposition or criticism?

Gill's Exposition on Amos 7:16

Now therefore hear thou the word of the Lord,.... Which I have from him concerning thee, and which he has pronounced upon thee and thy family: thou sayest, prophesy not against Israel; when God has

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Amos 7:16

Now therefore hear thou the word of the LORD: Thou sayest, Prophesy not against Israel, and drop not thy word against the house of Isaac.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Amos 7:16

Now; when forbidden, Amos, undaunted, prophesieth to him that forbade him. Hear thou, Amaziah, who hast accused, yet pretendest to wish and advise my safety, the word of the Lord, who sent me, whom thou contradictest; from him I have somewhat to say to thee, and of much concern also to thee. Thou sayest, usest thy power to silence me, Prophesy not against Israel; preach not sedition, or what tends to it, under pretence that God speaks it against Israel: if thou canst speak good of us, and to us, this may be good for thee; but if thou wilt speak sad news against us, it will not be believed; it may hurt thee, it will do no good to others. Drop not; distil not: see . Against the house of Isaac; the posterity of Isaac: this explains the former, and is a hendiadis, or elegant ingemination.

Trapp's Commentary on Amos 7:16

Amos 7:16 Now therefore hear thou the word of the LORD: Thou sayest, Prophesy not against Israel, and drop not [thy word] against the house of Isaac.Ver. 16. Now therefore hear thou the word of the Lord] Hear, thou despiser, and wonder, and perish; for I work a work in thy days, a work which thou wilt in nowise believe, though a man declare it unto thee, Acts 13:41. But whether thou wilt hear or forbear, believe or otherwise, thy doom is determined, and shall be pronounced, Ezekiel 3:27 : "Hear, therefore, and give ear; be not proud: for the Lord hath spoken it." Oh that thou wouldst give glory to the Lord, and confess thy sin! Jeremiah 13:15-16. Oh that thou wouldst submit to Divine justice, implore his mercy, and putting thy mouth in the dust, say, as once that good man did, Veniat, veniat, verbum Domini, et submittemus, ei sexcenta si nobis essent colla. Let the Lord speak, for his servant heareth! But because there is little hopes of that, stand forth and hear thy sentence, and the evil that shall befall thee, as sure as the coat is on thy back, or the heart in thy body. For hath the Lord spoken, and shall he not do it? Thou sayest, Prophesy not] By a bold countermand to that of God in the former verse, "Go, prophesy," &c. "But woe to him that striveth with his Maker I Let the potsherds strive with the potsherds of the earth," Isaiah 45:9; let men meddle with their matches, and not "with him that is mightier than they," Ecclesiastes 6:10. And drop not thy word] Which is as sharp as vinegar and nitre. Or, though it were as sweet as honey, yet it would cause pain to exulcerate parts when dropped upon them. Against the house of Isaac] Though commanded so to do, Amos 7:9. Toothless truths would be better digested.

Ellicott's Commentary on Amos 7:16

(16) Drop not.—A word used in the Song of Moses for “distil,” expressing persuasive and flowing discourse (Deuteronomy 32:2; Ezekiel 21:2; Ezekiel 21:7; Micah 2:6; Micah 2:11).

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Amos 7:16

Verse 16. Now therefore hear thou the word of the Lord] While he was speaking in his own vindication, God seems to have inspired him with the awful prediction which he immediately delivers.

Cambridge Bible on Amos 7:16

10–17. A historical episode, intimately connected with the preceding visions, and arising out of them. In particular, Amos, in explaining the last of these visions, had spoken so unambiguously, even, in appearance, threatening the person of the king, that Amaziah, the priest of Beth-el, denounces him to Jeroboam II., upon a charge of conspiracy; and upon the king’s taking no notice of the accusation, takes it upon himself to bid the prophet leave Israel and return to his own country. Amos replies that he has been commissioned by Jehovah to speak as he has done, and re-affirms, with even greater emphasis, his former prediction, with reference in particular to the fate in store for Amaziah’s own family and possessions.

Barnes' Notes on Amos 7:16

Amaziah then was in direct rebellion and contradiction against God. He was in an office forbidden by God. God’s word came to him.

Whedon's Commentary on Amos 7:16

14-17. The prophet’s reply. 14, 15. Amos was a prophet not by profession, but by divine call. I was no prophet — Better, throughout Amos 7:14, with margin, “I am.” I am not a professional prophet, guided by mercenary motives.

Sermons on Amos 7:16

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	Everybody's Sermon by C.H. Spurgeon	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that even those who are not able to spend much time in nature can still learn from God's creation. He gives examples such as a baker who see
	Promise to the Powerless by Ian Murray	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that power does not come from personal feelings or experiences, but from the truth that God has given to his people. The book of Deuteronomy
	The Call and Qualifications for the Ministry by J.C. Philpot	J.C. Philpot delves into the importance of a divine call and necessary qualifications for the Gospel ministry. He emphasizes that a true call to the ministry involves a deep inward
	Early Lessons for Christ's Disciples by Raymond Golsworthy	Raymond Golsworthy preaches on the lessons from Mark 1:16-45, focusing on the events that followed Christ's call to His first disciples. The sermon highlights seven vital spiritual
	Heavenly Teaching by J.C. Philpot	J.C. Philpot preaches about the divine teaching of God in the souls of His children, emphasizing the necessity of this heavenly instruction for spiritual growth and understanding.
	The Doctrine Which Drops as the Rain, and the Speech Which Distills as the Dew by J.C. Philpot	J.C. Philpot preaches on Deuteronomy 32:2, highlighting the consequences of unbelief and rebellion as seen in the Israelites' 40 years of wandering in the wilderness. He emphasizes