Lectionary Calendar
Thursday, April 25th, 2024
the Fourth Week after Easter
the Fourth Week after Easter
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Bible Commentaries
Scofield's Reference Notes Scofield's Notes
Copyright Statement
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Bibliographical Information
Scofield, C. I. "Scofield Reference Notes on Amos 9". "Scofield Reference Notes (1917 Edition)". https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/srn/amos-9.html. 1917.
Scofield, C. I. "Scofield Reference Notes on Amos 9". "Scofield Reference Notes (1917 Edition)". https://www.studylight.org/
Whole Bible (45)Old Testament (1)Individual Books (6)
Verse 1
standing
The position of the Lord (Adonai) is significant. The altar speaks properly of mercy because of judgement executed upon an interposed sacrifice, but when altar and sacrifice are despised the altar becomes a place of judgment. Cf. John 12:31.
Verse 2
hell
Heb. "Sheol," (See Scofield " :-") .
Verse 9
sift
(See Scofield " :-") .