Amos 3:14 Meaning
That in the day that I shall visit the transgressions of Israel upon him I will also visit the altars of Beth-el: and the horns of the altar shall be cut off, and fall to the ground.
Context Explained
12Thus saith the LORD; As the shepherd taketh out of the mouth of the lion two legs, or a piece of an ear; so shall the children of Israel be taken out that dwell in Samaria in the corner of a bed, and in Damascus in a couch.
13Hear ye, and testify in the house of Jacob, saith the Lord GOD, the God of hosts,
14That in the day that I shall visit the transgressions of Israel upon him I will also visit the altars of Beth-el: and the horns of the altar shall be cut off, and fall to the ground.
15And I will smite the winter house with the summer house; and the houses of ivory shall perish, and the great houses shall have an end, saith the LORD.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Jeremiah 7:12
Both verses address the consequences of idolatry and the judgment of God.
Hosea 8:14
This verse explains the destruction of altars due to Israel's unfaithfulness.
Micah 3:12
Micah echoes the theme of judgment against the altars of Israel.
Source: Amos 3:14