Translations
Modern
Their king will go into exile—he and his princes together,” says the LORD.
Traditional
And their king shall go into captivity, he and his princes together, saith the Lord.
Literal
And their king will go into exile—he and his princes together,” says YHWH.
Latin
Et ibit Melchom in captivitatem, ipse et principes ejus simul, dicit Dominus.
Original
Hebrew
English
Their king will go into exile—he and his princes together,” says the LORD.
Notes
Their king: The Hebrew term malkam might refer to the Ammonite god Molech. In ancient times, people believed that when a nation was conquered, its god or gods went into exile with them (see Amos 5:26–27; 1 Samuel 5:1–2; Isaiah 46:1).
This prophecy's eight judgments start with the most obvious enemy, Damascus, and end with the least obvious, Israel itself. This order would have captured Israel's attention as they listened to God's judgment on their enemies. However, Amos eventually revealed God's judgment on Israel, too.
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Topics
Ammonites: Prophecies Concerning Homicide: Felonious: Ammonites The Ammonites: Predictions Respecting: Punishment for Oppressive Cruelty