Amos 3:2 Meaning
You only have I known of all the families of the earth: therefore I will punish you for all your iniquities.
Context Explained
1Hear this word that the LORD hath spoken against you, O children of Israel, against the whole family which I brought up from the land of Egypt, saying,
2You only have I known of all the families of the earth: therefore I will punish you for all your iniquities.
3Can two walk together, except they be agreed?
4Will a lion roar in the forest, when he hath no prey? will a young lion cry out of his den, if he have taken nothing?
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Deuteronomy 7:6
God's choice of Israel as His special people is reiterated in both passages.
Romans 2:9
Paul speaks of judgment for wrongdoing, similar to Amos' warning.
1 Peter 2:9
Peter describes believers as a chosen people, expanding on the theme of covenant.
Source: Amos 3:2