Old Testament Minor ProphetsBook 30 of 66

Amos

Amos, a working shepherd from Judah, is sent north to confront Israel's outward prosperity and inward injustice. With searing rhetoric he denounces oppression of the poor and empty religion, calling for justice to roll down like waters.

Author
Amos, a shepherd and fig-farmer from Tekoa
Date Written
c. 760–750 BC
Audience
The prosperous northern kingdom of Israel
Length
9 chapters

Major Themes

Justice Social Sin Empty Religion Day of the LORD Remnant

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