Amos 6:6 · KJV
"That drink wine in bowls, and anoint themselves with the chief ointments: but they are not grieved for the affliction of Joseph."
King James Version
What does Amos 6:6 mean? →Passage Context
4That lie upon beds of ivory, and stretch themselves upon their couches, and eat the lambs out of the flock, and the calves out of the midst of the stall;
5That chant to the sound of the viol, and invent to themselves instruments of musick, like David;
6That drink wine in bowls, and anoint themselves with the chief ointments: but they are not grieved for the affliction of Joseph.
7Therefore now shall they go captive with the first that go captive, and the banquet of them that stretched themselves shall be removed.
8The Lord GOD hath sworn by himself, saith the LORD the God of hosts, I abhor the excellency of Jacob, and hate his palaces: therefore will I deliver up the city with all that is therein.
Reflection Questions
1
How does your lifestyle reflect your awareness of others' suffering?
2
What does it mean for you to be grieved by injustice?
3
When have you turned a blind eye to someone in need?
Life Application
compassion
Seek to understand the struggles of those around you and take action to help where you can.
awareness
Be mindful of your consumption and how it affects the less fortunate.
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