unfoldingWord_en_tn/amo/05/21.md

I hate, I despise your festivals

The word "despise" is a strong word for "hate." Together the two words emphasize the intensity of Yahweh's hatred for their religious festivals. AT: "I hate your festivals very much" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet)

I take no delight in your solemn assemblies

"Your solemn assemblies do not please me at all"

translationWords

• rc://en/tw/dict/bible/other/festival
• rc://en/tw/dict/bible/other/assembly
• rc://en/tw/dict/bible/other/burntoffering
• rc://en/tw/dict/bible/other/grainoffering
• rc://en/tw/dict/bible/other/sacrifice
• rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/fellowship