Amos 7:13 · KJV

"But prophesy not again any more at Beth-el: for it is the king's chapel, and it is the king's court."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹¹For thus Amos saith, Jeroboam shall die by the sword, and Israel shall surely be led away captive out of their own land.

¹²Also Amaziah said unto Amos, O thou seer, go, flee thee away into the land of Judah, and there eat bread, and prophesy there:

¹³But prophesy not again any more at Beth-el: for it is the king's chapel, and it is the king's court.

¹⁴Then answered Amos, and said to Amaziah, I was no prophet, neither was I a prophet's son; but I was an herdman, and a gatherer of sycomore fruit:

¹⁵And the LORD took me as I followed the flock, and the LORD said unto me, Go, prophesy unto my people Israel.

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Reflection Questions

What does it mean for you to challenge established norms?

How do you respond when your beliefs are dismissed?

When have you felt pressured to conform to societal expectations?

Life Application

faith

Evaluate your worship practices and ensure they align with your values of justice and mercy.

courage

Be bold in speaking out against injustice, even when it is unpopular.

Places in This Verse

Beth-el(Beitin, West Bank today)

Beth-el was a significant religious site in ancient Israel, known for its association with the worship of golden calves. It served as a center for the northern kingdom's religious practices.

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