Amos 9:12 Meaning
That they may possess the remnant of Edom, and of all the heathen, which are called by my name, saith the LORD that doeth this.
Context Explained
10All the sinners of my people shall die by the sword, which say, The evil shall not overtake nor prevent us.
11In that day will I raise up the tabernacle of David that is fallen, and close up the breaches thereof; and I will raise up his ruins, and I will build it as in the days of old:
12That they may possess the remnant of Edom, and of all the heathen, which are called by my name, saith the LORD that doeth this.
13Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that the plowman shall overtake the reaper, and the treader of grapes him that soweth seed; and the mountains shall drop sweet wine, and all the hills shall melt.
14And I will bring again the captivity of my people of Israel, and they shall build the waste cities, and inhabit them; and they shall plant vineyards, and drink the wine thereof; they shall also make gardens, and eat the fruit of them.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Isaiah 56:6-7
Both verses speak of the inclusion of the nations in God's plan.
Romans 11:11
Paul discusses how the Gentiles are grafted into God's promises.
Matthew 28:19
Jesus commands the disciples to make disciples of all nations.
Source: Amos 9:12