Amos 2:15

Neither shall he stand that handleth the bow; and he that is swift of foot shall not deliver himself: neither shall he that rideth the horse deliver himself.

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Other Translations for Amos 2:15

BSB
The archer will not stand his ground, the fleet of foot will not escape, and the horseman will not save his life.
AKJV
Neither shall he stand that handles the bow; and he that is swift of foot shall not deliver himself: neither shall he that rides the horse deliver himself.
CPDV
And one holding the bow will not stand firm, and the swift of foot will not be saved, and the rider on the horse will not save his life.
ERV
neither shall he stand that handleth the bow; and he that is swift of foot shall not deliver himself: neither shall he that rideth the horse deliver himself:
NHEB
neither shall he stand who handles the bow; and he who is swift of foot won't escape; neither shall he who rides the horse deliver himself;
SMT
And he holding the bow shall not stand; and the swift with his feet shall not escape: and he riding the horse shall not save his soul.

Commentary for Amos 2:15

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Amos 2:15
Summary
No warrior can escape divine judgment
Place
Israel
Event
Warriors cannot flee
Estimated Time Period
c. 750 BC
Category
Judgment