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The booth of David restored

Amos promises to rebuild 'the fallen booth of David' as a restoration of 'my people Israel,' rebuilding cities and planting vineyards.

Messianic hope for a people.

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Second Isaiah likewise presents God's loyalty to David as fulfilled in a war-torn people's flourishing.

Bible reference: Amos 9:11–15; Isaiah 55:3

Source: Why the Bible Began, pp. 415

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