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Amos was a shepherd in a region called Tekoa, about six miles south of Bethlehem. Commentaries describe the area as somewhat rugged, rocky, and with sparse grazing fields. Shepherds in that region had to make extensive trips to feed their flocks. In the book of Amos, we find two uses Amos performed: he kept sheep (Amos 1:1),
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The book of Amos is one of the prophetic books in the Old Testament, attributed to the prophet Amos. Its nine chapters are known for their powerful messages of social justice, moral righteousness, and divine judgment. The Book of Amos is set during a time of relative prosperity in the Northern Kingdom of Israel. Despite the external affluence ...
Amos labels men's wrongful acts as "transgression" (peshang, 1:3, 6, 9, 11, 13; 2:1, 4, 6; 3:14; 4:4; 5:12), "sin" (chatta'th, 5:12; 9:8, 10), "evil" (rang, 5:13, 14, 15)19, "guilt" ('ashmah, 8:14) and "iniquity" (`awon, 3:2). Mention of sin or particular sins appear in 56 of 146 verses in the book (38.4%).
- Oracles Against the Nations. Amos begins by delivering God’s judgment on the surrounding nations of Israel, including Damascus, Gaza, and Edom.
- Judgment on Judah and Israel. Continuing from the first chapter, Amos pronounces judgment on Moab and then moves closer to home by addressing Judah and Israel.
- Israel’s Punishment Declared. Amos addresses Israel directly, stating that their special relationship with God makes them more accountable. He employs rhetorical questions and illustrations to emphasize the gravity of their sins.
- Israel’s Sins and Impending Judgment. This chapter chronicles God’s past attempts to bring Israel to repentance through various calamities. However, in spite of famine, drought, and plagues, Israel has not returned to God.
THE BOOK OF AMOS A Cry for Social Righteousness I. INTRODUCTION A. Date According to Amos 1:1, he ministered in the days of Uzziah (the king of the southern kingdom; r 767-739 BC) and in the days of Jeroboam II (the king of the northern kingdom; r 782-753). Since much of the book is addressed to the northern kingdom, it is clear that the book was
Summary: The book of Amos opens with the information concerning the prophet himself and the place where he resides. Amos is described as a sheepherder from Tekoa, a city ten miles south of Jerusalem. Amos received visions from the Lord concerning Israel to the north.
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Feb 3, 2024 · Amos delivers his message during a time of relative peace and prosperity in Israel, warning the people of impending judgment due to their disobedience to God's covenant. Session 1 — The Call and Message • Read Amos chapters 1 and 2. • What was the divine call that Amos received? • How does Amos describe the nations surrounding Israel?
