In the book of Amos, selling the needy for a pair of shoes means_____________

Assessment: WAEC SSCE - Christian Religious Studies - 2019 (Objective) Subject: Christian Religious Studies

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In the book of Amos, selling the needy for a pair of shoes means_____________

Answer Details
In the book of Amos, "selling the needy for a pair of shoes" means the rich dishonored the less privileged. This means that the wealthy people treated the poor and needy as if they were worth less than a simple pair of shoes. This phrase was used as a way to criticize the wealthy for their disregard for the value of human life and their mistreatment of the less fortunate. The message of Amos was to remind people of the importance of treating everyone with dignity and respect, regardless of their social status or wealth.
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