Overview
The Bible addresses plummet across 4 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Amos, Isaiah and Zechariah. Closely related themes include Visions, Infidelity, Presumption and Righteousness. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Amos and Zerubbabel.
Key Bible verses about plummet
Old Testament
Amos
Thus he shewed me: and, behold, the Lord stood upon a wall made by a plumbline, with a plumbline in his hand.
And the LORD said unto me, Amos, what seest thou? And I said, A plumbline. Then said the Lord, Behold, I will set a plumbline in the midst of my people Israel: I will not again pass by them any more:
People in the Bible and plummet
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying plummet for yourself
- Begin with Isaiah 28:17, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Amos, Isaiah and Zechariah each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of Amos and Zerubbabel and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Visions, Infidelity, Presumption and Righteousness.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about plummet?
The Bible addresses plummet across 4 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Amos, Isaiah and Zechariah. Closely related themes include Visions, Infidelity, Presumption and Righteousness. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Amos and Zerubbabel.
How many Bible verses are about plummet?
The Bible references plummet in 4 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention plummet?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Isaiah 28:17: “Judgment also will I lay to the line, and righteousness to the plummet: and the hail shall sweep away the refuge of lies, and the waters shall overflow the hiding place.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with plummet?
Amos and Zerubbabel.
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