4 pairs
Amos 6:1 warns those who are complacent in Zion, similar to Isaiah 32:9-11, which warns complacent women of impending disaster. Both passages emphasize the danger of complacency and false security.
Thematic focusComplacency, Judgment, False Security.
Amos 6:4-6 describes the indulgence and luxury of the Israelites, paralleling the story of the rich man in Luke 16:19-25, who lived in luxury without regard for the poor. Both passages highlight the moral dangers of wealth and self-indulgence.
Thematic focusWealth, Indulgence, Social Injustice.
Amos 6:7 predicts exile for the Israelites due to their complacency and indulgence, similar to Isaiah 5:13-14, which speaks of exile as a consequence of ignorance and indulgence. Both highlight the theme of divine judgment leading to exile.
Thematic focusExile, Divine Judgment, Consequences of Sin.
Amos 6:12 uses rhetorical questions to highlight the absurdity of Israel's actions, similar to Jeremiah 8:11-12, which questions the false peace proclaimed by the leaders. Both passages emphasize the folly of ignoring true righteousness and justice.
Thematic focusFolly, Righteousness, Justice.