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Leavened bread (that is, sourdough bread made by wild yeast) was eaten every day. Unleavened bread (made without yeast) became a sacred symbol. It reminded Israel of:
their suffering as slaves in Egypt (Deuteronomy 16:3),
the Passover (Exodus 12:17–20), and
their quick departure from that land (Exodus 12:34, 39).
Because of this meaning, unleavened bread became the bread used on the altar (Leviticus 6:17; 7:12). However, bread made with yeast could still be offered with a thanksgiving peace offering (Leviticus 7:13).
The prophet uses sharp words to show how far Israel had turned away from God’s ways. Israel practiced many religious acts, but the people did not truly honor God.
Amos delivers three prophetic messages to Israel, criticizing their mistaken belief about being God's chosen people. The messages show a progression toward judgment.
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Israel: Patriarch, son of Isaac, father of twelve tribes LORD: Names or title used to refer to God
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Bread: Kinds of Leavened (Made with Yeast) Idolatry: Other Customs of Tithes and Gifts Idolatry: Warnings Against, and Punishments of Leaven (Yeast): Leavened Bread Used with a Peace-Offering Leaven used with Thank offerings Offerings: Must Be: Accompanied with Leaven (Yeast) Tithes: Observed by Idolaters