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.
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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.
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 " :-") .