Despise Quote by Scotty Smith
““I hate, I despise your feasts, and I take no delight in your solemn assemblies. Even though you offer me your burnt offerings and grain offerings, I will not accept them; and the peace offerings of your fattened animals, I will not look upon them. Take away from me the noise of your songs; to the melody of your harps I will not listen. But let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream. (Amos 5:21–24)””
About This Quote
Source Biblical Text: Amos 5:21–24 (paraphrased)
A prophetic call to reject empty rituals and demand justice and righteousness.
In simple terms: Reject hollow rituals; demand justice.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize justice over mere ceremony.
Themes
justice
morality
spirituality
Mood
solemn
urgent
Type
religious
political
When to use this quote
- church services
- political activism
- community meetings
Key Concepts
prophetic ethics
social justice
religious reform
Questions to Reflect On
- What rituals feel empty to you?
- How can you promote justice today?
A Different Perspective
May be seen as anti-traditional.
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