Matthew Poole and continuators on Amos 5:24

24 But let judgment run down as waters , and righteousness as a mighty stream .

And Hebr.

Some interpret this of Paenal Judgment, by God threatned against these Hypocrites, but 'tis better understood of Justice to be administred by Rulers, whose office 'twas to determine between party and party.

Freely, constantly, speedily, and for common benefit of all, as waters run.

Equity, relieving Justice, the want of which hath been notorious among you.

Which bears down all that opposeth it, be hindered by none from doing every one right, do this and you may yet be accepted.

Marginal references: Heb. [illegible: 1 word]