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NASB | Amos 5:24 "But let justice roll down like waters And righteousness like an ever-flowing stream. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Amos 5:24 "But let justice run down like waters And righteousness like an ever-flowing stream [flowing abundantly]. |
Bible Question: I'm interested in the difference, if any, between the terms "justice" and "righteousness" in this passage and elsewhere in the Old Testament. Any thoughts? |
Bible Answer: Greetings Sbell! I haven't done a major study on this question, but the tendency in Hebrew poetry is to use repeation with slightly different words having the same meaning. I looked both of these words up and they can both mean 'justice.' Therefore, I would say that they probably are intended to be viewed as having the same meaning in this verse! Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |
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