The Bible

 

Amos 3:4

Study

       

4 Will a lion roar in the forest when he hath no prey? Will a young lion cry out of his den if he have taken nothing?

Commentary

 

Ivory, apes, and peacocks

  

In 1 Kings 10:22, 'ivory, apes, and peacocks' signify the goods and truths of the external church.

(References: Apocalypse Explained 514)