Amos 6:4 Meaning
That 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;
Context Explained
2Pass ye unto Calneh, and see; and from thence go ye to Hamath the great: then go down to Gath of the Philistines: be they better than these kingdoms? or their border greater than your border?
3Ye that put far away the evil day, and cause the seat of violence to come near;
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.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
James 5:5
James warns the rich about their indulgence, reflecting Amos's condemnation of luxury.
Luke 16:19-25
The parable of the rich man and Lazarus illustrates the consequences of indulgent living.
Proverbs 21:17
Proverbs warns that those who love pleasure will come to poverty, resonating with Amos's message.
Source: Amos 6:4