Amos 2:15

Amos 2:15 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

15The archer will not stand his ground,

the fleet-footed soldier will not get away,

and the horseman will not save his life.

15“The one who grasps the bow will not stand his ground,

The swift of foot will not escape,

Nor will the one who rides the horse save his 2:15 Lit soullife.

15He who grasps the bow will not stand his ground,

The swift of foot will not escape,

Nor will he who rides the horse save his life.

15“He who handles the bow will not stand his ground,

The one who is swift of foot will not escape,

Nor will he who rides the horse save his life [from the invading army].

15The archer will not stand his ground,

the fleet of foot will not escape,

and the horseman will not save his life.

15Men who are armed with bows will lose the battle.

Soldiers who are quick on their feet will not escape.

Horsemen will not be able

to save their own lives.