Parallel Verses
NET Bible
They sing to the tune of stringed instruments; like David they invent musical instruments.
New American Standard Bible
And like David have
King James Version
That chant to the sound of the viol, and invent to themselves instruments of musick, like David;
Holman Bible
and invent
International Standard Version
chanting to the sound of stringed instruments as if they were David, composing songs to themselves as if they were musicians,
A Conservative Version
who sing idle songs to the sound of the viol, who invent for themselves instruments of music, like David,
American Standard Version
that sing idle songs to the sound of the viol; that invent for themselves instruments of music, like David;
Amplified
Who improvise to the sound of the harp—
Like David they have composed songs for themselves—
Bible in Basic English
Making foolish songs to the sound of corded instruments, and designing for themselves instruments of music, like David;
Darby Translation
that chant to the sound of the lute, and invent them instruments of music, like David;
Julia Smith Translation
Prating upon the mouth of the lyre, as David they invented to them instruments of music;
King James 2000
That chant to the sound of the harp, and invent for yourselves instruments of music, like David;
Lexham Expanded Bible
[Alas for those] who sing to the tune of the harp; like David they improvise on instruments of music.
Modern King James verseion
who chant with the mouth of the harp; they invent instruments of music for themselves, like David;
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
ye that sing to the lute, and in playing of instruments compare yourselves unto David;
New Heart English Bible
who strum on the strings of a harp; who invent for themselves instruments of music, like David;
The Emphasized Bible
Who are bawling at the bidding of the harp, - like David, have they invented for themselves instruments of song:
Webster
That chant to the sound of the viol, and invent to themselves instruments of music, like David;
World English Bible
who strum on the strings of a harp; who invent for themselves instruments of music, like David;
Youngs Literal Translation
Who are taking part according to the psaltery, Like David they invented for themselves instruments of music;
Themes
Amusements » General reference to
worldly Amusements and pleasures » Lead to » Disregard of the judgments and works of God
Amusements and worldly pleasures » Disregard of the judgments and works of God
Beds » Used for » Reclining on at meals
Chosen Instruments » Trumpets » Viols
David » King of israel » David as musician
the Diet of the jews » Of the rich, luxurious
Entertainments » Music and dancing often introduced at
Invention » Of musical instruments » By david
Music » Instruments of » Invented by david
Music » Instruments of » Viol, a lyre
Music » The jews used » In private entertainments
Music » Instruments of » The jews celebrated for inventing
Interlinear
Chashab
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References
Word Count of 20 Translations in Amos 6:5
Verse Info
Context Readings
Woe To The Complacent
4 They lie around on beds decorated with ivory, and sprawl out on their couches. They eat lambs from the flock, and calves from the middle of the pen. 5 They sing to the tune of stringed instruments; like David they invent musical instruments. 6 They drink wine from sacrificial bowls, and pour the very best oils on themselves. Yet they are not concerned over the ruin of Joseph.
Cross References
Isaiah 5:12
They have stringed instruments, tambourines, flutes, and wine at their parties. So they do not recognize what the Lord is doing, they do not perceive what he is bringing about.
Amos 5:23
Take away from me your noisy songs; I don't want to hear the music of your stringed instruments.
1 Chronicles 23:5
4,000 are to be gatekeepers; and 4,000 are to praise the Lord with the instruments I supplied for worship."
Genesis 31:27
Why did you run away secretly and deceive me? Why didn't you tell me so I could send you off with a celebration complete with singing, tambourines, and harps?
1 Chronicles 15:16
David told the leaders of the Levites to appoint some of their relatives as musicians; they were to play various instruments, including stringed instruments and cymbals, and to sing loudly and joyfully.
Job 21:11-12
They allow their children to run like a flock; their little ones dance about.
Ecclesiastes 2:8
I also amassed silver and gold for myself, as well as valuable treasures taken from kingdoms and provinces. I acquired male singers and female singers for myself, and what gives a man sensual delight -- a harem of beautiful concubines!
Amos 8:3
The women singing in the temple will wail in that day." The sovereign Lord is speaking. "There will be many corpses littered everywhere! Be quiet!"
1 Peter 4:3
For the time that has passed was sufficient for you to do what the non-Christians desire. You lived then in debauchery, evil desires, drunkenness, carousing, drinking bouts, and wanton idolatries.
Revelation 18:22
And the sound of the harpists, musicians, flute players, and trumpeters will never be heard in you again. No craftsman who practices any trade will ever be found in you again; the noise of a mill will never be heard in you again.