1:2–7 Judgment on Samaria. The coming of the Lord and the reason for his appearing (vv. 2–5a) is followed by four rhetorical questions from the Lord (vv. 5b–7). The undoing of creation (v. 4) anticipates the undoing of Samaria (vv. 6–7). 1:2 Hear. This verb marks the beginning of major divisions (1:2; 3:1; 6:1). As witness against Samaria, the Lord will bring accusations and provide evidence (1 Sam. 12:5; Mal. 3:5). Holy temple refers to the Lord’s dwelling in the heavens (cf. Ps. 11:4; Hab. 2:20).