Amos 2:6
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King James Version (modern wording)
Thus says the LORD; For three transgressions of Israel, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because they sold the righteous for silver, and the poor for a pair of shoes;
Amos 2:6 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Thus saith Jehovah: For three transgressions of Israel, yea, for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because they have sold the righteous for silver, and the needy for a pair of shoes—
Amos 2:6 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
This is what the LORD says: “For three transgressions of Israel, even four, I will not revoke My judgment, because they sell the righteous for silver and the needy for a pair of sandals.
Amos 2:6 (BSB)
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What does Amos 2:6 say?
Amos 2:6 in modern King James wording reads: "Thus says the LORD; For three transgressions of Israel, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because they sold the righteous for silver, and the poor for a pair of shoes;"
Where is Amos 2:6 found in the Bible?
Amos 2:6 is verse 6 of chapter 2 of the book of Amos, in the Old Testament. Amos has 9 chapters.
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