Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Even the bravest warriors will flee naked on that day,” declares the LORD. New Living Translation On that day the most courageous of your fighting men will drop their weapons and run for their lives,” says the LORD. English Standard Version and he who is stout of heart among the mighty shall flee away naked in that day,” declares the LORD. Berean Standard Bible Even the bravest of mighty men will flee naked on that day,” declares the LORD. King James Bible And he that is courageous among the mighty shall flee away naked in that day, saith the LORD. New King James Version The most courageous men of might Shall flee naked in that day,” Says the LORD. New American Standard Bible “Even the bravest among the warriors will flee naked on that day,” declares the LORD. NASB 1995 “Even the bravest among the warriors will flee naked in that day,” declares the LORD. NASB 1977 “Even the bravest among the warriors will flee naked in that day,” declares the LORD. Legacy Standard Bible Even the most courageous of heart among the mighty men will flee naked in that day,” declares Yahweh. Amplified Bible “Even the bravest among the warriors shall flee naked on that day,” says the LORD. Christian Standard Bible Even the most courageous of the warriors will flee naked on that day — this is the LORD’s declaration. Holman Christian Standard Bible Even the most courageous of the warriors will flee naked on that day— this is the LORD’s declaration. American Standard Version and he that is courageous among the mighty shall flee away naked in that day, saith Jehovah. Contemporary English Version You may be brave and strong, but you will run away, stripped naked. I, the LORD, have spoken! English Revised Version and he that is courageous among the mighty shall flee away naked in that day, saith the LORD. GOD'S WORD® Translation Brave soldiers will run away naked that day. The LORD has declared this. Good News Translation On that day even the bravest soldiers will drop their weapons and run." The LORD has spoken. International Standard Version Even the bravest of elite troops will run away naked at that time," declares the LORD. Majority Standard Bible Even the bravest of mighty men will flee naked on that day,? declares the LORD. NET Bible Bravehearted warriors will run away naked in that day." The LORD is speaking! New Heart English Bible and he who is courageous among the mighty will flee away naked on that day," says the LORD. Webster's Bible Translation And he that is courageous among the mighty shall flee away naked in that day, saith the LORD. World English Bible He who is courageous among the mighty will flee away naked on that day,” says Yahweh. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the courageous of heart among the mighty, "" Flees naked in that day,” "" A declaration of YHWH! Young's Literal Translation And the courageous of heart among the mighty, Naked doth flee in that day, An affirmation of Jehovah! Smith's Literal Translation And he strong of heart among the mighty shall flee away naked in that day, says Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the stout of heart among the valiant shall flee away naked in that day, saith the Lord. Catholic Public Domain Version And the stout of heart among the strong will flee away naked in that day, says the Lord. New American Bible And the most stouthearted of warriors shall flee naked on that day— oracle of the LORD. New Revised Standard Version and those who are stout of heart among the mighty shall flee away naked in that day, says the LORD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he who is courageous like a mighty man shall flee away naked in that day, says the LORD. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he who is strong in his heart as that of a mighty man will escape naked in that day, says LORD JEHOVAH OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he that is courageous among the mighty Shall flee away naked in that day, Saith the LORD. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the strong shall find no confidence in power: the naked shall flee away in that day, saith the Lord. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Judgment on Moab, Judah, and Israel…15The archer will not stand his ground, the fleet of foot will not escape, and the horseman will not save his life. 16Even the bravest of mighty men will flee naked on that day,” declares the LORD. Cross References Jeremiah 46:5-6 Why am I seeing this? They are terrified, they are retreating; their warriors are defeated, they flee in haste without looking back; terror is on every side!” declares the LORD. / “The swift cannot flee, and the warrior cannot escape! In the north by the River Euphrates they stumble and fall. Isaiah 30:16-17 “No,” you say, “we will flee on horses.” Therefore you will flee! “We will ride swift horses,” but your pursuers will be faster. / A thousand will flee at the threat of one; at the threat of five you will all flee, until you are left alone like a pole on a mountaintop, like a banner on a hill. Nahum 2:8 Nineveh has been like a pool of water throughout her days, but now it is draining away. “Stop! Stop!” they cry, but no one turns back. Jeremiah 50:36-37 A sword is against her false prophets, and they will become fools. A sword is against her warriors, and they will be filled with terror. / A sword is against her horses and chariots and against all the foreigners in her midst, and they will become like women. A sword is against her treasuries, and they will be plundered. Isaiah 13:7-8 Therefore all hands will fall limp, and every man’s heart will melt. / Terror, pain, and anguish will seize them; they will writhe like a woman in labor. They will look at one another, their faces flushed with fear. Ezekiel 21:7 And when they ask, ‘Why are you groaning?’ you are to say, ‘Because of the news that is coming. Every heart will melt, and every hand will go limp. Every spirit will faint, and every knee will turn to water.’ Yes, it is coming and it will surely happen, declares the Lord GOD.” Zephaniah 1:14-18 The great Day of the LORD is near—near and coming quickly. Listen, the Day of the LORD! Then the cry of the mighty will be bitter. / That day will be a day of wrath, a day of trouble and distress, a day of destruction and desolation, a day of darkness and gloom, a day of clouds and blackness, / a day of horn blast and battle cry against the fortified cities, and against the high corner towers. ... Jeremiah 51:30 The warriors of Babylon have stopped fighting; they sit in their strongholds. Their strength is exhausted; they have become like women. Babylon’s homes have been set ablaze, the bars of her gates are broken. Isaiah 21:3-4 Therefore my body is filled with anguish. Pain grips me, like the pains of a woman in labor. I am bewildered to hear, I am dismayed to see. / My heart falters; fear makes me tremble. The twilight I desired has turned to horror. Psalm 33:16-17 No king is saved by his vast army; no warrior is delivered by his great strength. / A horse is a vain hope for salvation; even its great strength cannot save. Isaiah 31:3 But the Egyptians are men, not God; their horses are flesh, not spirit. When the LORD stretches out His hand, the helper will stumble, and the one he helps will fall; both will perish together. Jeremiah 4:29 Every city flees at the sound of the horseman and archer. They enter the thickets and climb among the rocks. Every city is abandoned; no inhabitant is left. Isaiah 10:3 What will you do on the day of reckoning when devastation comes from afar? To whom will you flee for help? Where will you leave your wealth? 1 Samuel 2:4 The bows of the mighty are broken, but the feeble are equipped with strength. Job 15:24-25 Distress and anguish terrify him, overwhelming him like a king poised to attack. / For he has stretched out his hand against God and has vaunted himself against the Almighty, Treasury of Scripture And he that is courageous among the mighty shall flee away naked in that day, said the LORD. courageous. Jeremiah 48:41 Kerioth is taken, and the strong holds are surprised, and the mighty men's hearts in Moab at that day shall be as the heart of a woman in her pangs. flee. Judges 4:17 Howbeit Sisera fled away on his feet to the tent of Jael the wife of Heber the Kenite: for there was peace between Jabin the king of Hazor and the house of Heber the Kenite. 2 Kings 7:8-20 And when these lepers came to the uttermost part of the camp, they went into one tent, and did eat and drink, and carried thence silver, and gold, and raiment, and went and hid it; and came again, and entered into another tent, and carried thence also, and went and hid it… Mark 14:52 And he left the linen cloth, and fled from them naked. Jump to Previous Affirmation Bravest Clothing Courageous Declares Fear Fighting Flee Flight Heart Mighty Naked Stout WarriorsJump to Next Affirmation Bravest Clothing Courageous Declares Fear Fighting Flee Flight Heart Mighty Naked Stout WarriorsAmos 2 1. God's judgments upon Moab,4. upon Judah, 6. and upon Israel. 9. God complains of their ingratitude. Even the bravest of mighty men This phrase highlights the strength and valor typically associated with warriors and heroes in ancient times. In the context of Israel and Judah, mighty men were often seen as the protectors of the nation, akin to the warriors of David's time (2 Samuel 23:8-39). The reference to "bravest" underscores the idea that even those considered most courageous and formidable will be rendered powerless. This can be seen as a humbling reminder of human limitations in the face of divine judgment. will flee naked on that day declares the LORD Persons / Places / Events 1. AmosA prophet from Tekoa, a small town in Judah, who was called by God to deliver messages of judgment to Israel and surrounding nations. 2. Israel The Northern Kingdom, which Amos primarily addresses, warning them of impending judgment due to their sins and injustices. 3. The LORD The covenant God of Israel, who speaks through Amos, declaring His righteous judgment. 4. Mighty Men Refers to the warriors or soldiers of Israel, known for their strength and bravery, who will be unable to stand against God's judgment. 5. The Day of the LORD A prophetic term often used to describe a time of divine intervention and judgment. Teaching Points The Futility of Human StrengthHuman strength and bravery are insufficient in the face of God's judgment. True security is found in reliance on God, not in our own abilities. The Certainty of Divine Judgment God's declarations through His prophets are certain and will come to pass. We must take His warnings seriously and live in obedience to His Word. The Urgency of Repentance The impending judgment calls for immediate repentance. We should examine our lives and turn away from sin, seeking God's mercy and forgiveness. The Importance of Spiritual Preparedness Just as the mighty men were unprepared for the "Day of the LORD," we must be spiritually prepared for Christ's return by living faithfully and righteously. The Role of Prophets Prophets like Amos serve as God's messengers, calling people back to Him. We should heed their messages and allow them to guide us in our spiritual journey.Verse 16. - He that is courageous among the mighty; literally, the strong in his heart; i.e. the bravest hero. The LXX. takes the words differently, Ὁ κραταιὸς οὐ μὴ εὑρήσει τὴν καρδίαν αὐτοῦ ἐν δυσαστείαις, "The strong shall not find his heart (confidence) in powers." Naked. Casting away heavy garments and weapons and whatever might hinder flight (comp. Mark 14:52; John 21:7). Virgil, 'Georg.,' 1:299, "Nudus ara, sere nudus."
Hebrew Even the bravestוְאַמִּ֥יץ (wə·’am·mîṣ) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 533: Strong, strength of mighty בַּגִּבּוֹרִ֑ים (bag·gib·bō·w·rîm) Preposition-b, Article | Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 1368: Powerful, warrior, tyrant men לִבּ֖וֹ (lib·bōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre will flee יָנ֥וּס (yā·nūs) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5127: To flit, vanish away naked עָר֛וֹם (‘ā·rō·wm) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 6174: Nude, either partially, totally on that הַה֖וּא (ha·hū) Article | Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are day,” בַּיּוֹם־ (bay·yō·wm-) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day declares נְאֻם־ (nə·’um-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5002: An oracle the LORD. יְהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel Links Amos 2:16 NIVAmos 2:16 NLT Amos 2:16 ESV Amos 2:16 NASB Amos 2:16 KJV Amos 2:16 BibleApps.com Amos 2:16 Biblia Paralela Amos 2:16 Chinese Bible Amos 2:16 French Bible Amos 2:16 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Amos 2:16 And he who is courageous among (Amo. Am) |
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