A free bible translation and commentary on the book of amos in easyenglish. The book of amos is the third of the twelve minor prophets in the tanakhold testament and the second in the greek septuagint tradition. The prophet amos lived among a group of shepherds in tekoa, a small town. An easyenglish commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of amos. The books of 1 and 2 kings or 1 and 2 chronicles do not mention this prophet, and he should not be confused with amoz, the father of isaiah the prophet isaiah 1.
Articles the prophet amos ministered during the overlapping reigns of jeroboam ii in israel 793753 and uzziah in judah 792740. These prophets, having opened the wound in their reproofs and threatenings, which show all wrong, in the promises of gospelgrace open the remedy, which. Study amos using john gills exposition of the bible to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The book of amos is written in some of the finest ot hebrew style. They were selling off needy people for goods, taking advantage of the helpless, oppressing the poor, and the men were. Amos, whose name means burden, gives no family pedigree, hence we can assume he was not of noble or prominent stock, like isaiah or zephaniah.
In the book of amos, we find two uses amos performed. God called amos to prophesy to israel, and it seems that he did most of his work at bethel amos 7. For three sins of judah, even for four, i will not turn back my wrath. It provides a standard against which one can measure what he has built. Amos with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Click the verse number to read commentary, definitions, meanings, and notesfor that particular amos 1 verse. Bad things will happen soon amos the book of amos easyenglish bible the man with a difficult message from god amos a commentary by mark kirkpatrick. He calls himself a shepherd and a cultivator of sycamorefig trees.
Amos was from tekoa, a small town in judah about 6 miles south of bethlehem and 11 miles from jerusalem. Book of amos matthew henrys bible commentary concise. Read the book of amos from the bible with full chapters, highlighted popular verses, and helpful bible commentary for studying scripture. I have already mentioned in my posts on hosea and joel commentaries that.
His prophecy concludes with only a brief glimpse of restoration, and even that is directed to judah, rather than the northern kingdom of israel 9. Commentaries describe the area as somewhat rugged, rocky, and with sparse grazing fields. The first verse of this book identifies the author as amos, who was among the herdsmen of tekoa 1. An introduction to the book of amos an argument of the book of amos. Amos accuses israel of breaking their covenant with god, and highlights how their idolatry has led to injustice and the neglect of the poor. The god of the bible study of the father, son, and holy spirit grace, faith, and obedience. The words of amos this person and the father of isaiah, though named alike in our translation, were as different in their names as in their persons. You can find the best commentary on amos for you using the tools on the right side. Amos communicated gods utter disdain for the hypocritical lives of his people amos 5.
Study the books of hosea, joel, amos, obadiah, and jonah, with pioneering. Amos, an older contemporary of hosea and isaiah was active during the reign of jeroboam ii, making the book of amos the first biblical prophetic book written. More than almost any other book of scripture, the book of amos holds gods people accountable for their illtreatment of others. It repeatedly points out the failure of the people to fully embrace gods idea of justice. Best amos commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. Amos commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole bible. In construction, the plumb line tests whether what was erected is perpendicular to the square, that is, if it is straight up and down, if it is upright. Shepherds in that region had to make extensive trips to feed their flocks.
Amos lived in the kingdom of judah but preached in the northern kingdom of israel. More than almost any other book of scripture, the book of amos holds gods. Amos, an older contemporary of hosea and isaiah, was active c. At one point, amaziah the priest had commanded amos to go south to speak his words of doom, yet the prophet answered by a thus saith jehovah amos 7. Study guide on the book of amos, on line bible commentary for book of amos, niv commentary amos, free amos commentary. This book of the prophet amos is the only mention we have of this man in the old testament. This summary of the book of amos provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of amos. Amos 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on the. Hermeneia, a critical and historical commentary on. Though amos himself is not ashamed to own that he was a herdsman, yet others ought not to upbraid him with it nor think the worse of him for it.
The book of amos amos was a sheepbreeder of tekoa in judah, who delivered his oracles in the northern kingdom during the prosperous reign of jeroboam ii 786746 b. Secondly, the constant succession of day and night is under his direction, and is kept up by his power and providence. A new translation and commentary on the book of amos, forgoing speculation about his life to provide an innovative analysis of the book itself as part of the hebrew bible, the book of amos has been studied for more than two thousand years. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Like all the commentators chosen for the hermenia series, paul is learned. The book of amos is the third in the hebrew canon known as the twelve minor prophets. Amos 4 israel has not returned to god hear bible gateway. Amos prophesied at a unique time in the history of the divided kingdom. Amos commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. We find two quotations from the book of amos in the acts of the apostles. This book is an excellent aid to ones study of the prophet. This commentary has been through advanced theological checking. Top 5 commentaries on the book of amos ligonier ministries.
Israel has not returned to god hear this word, you cows of bashan on mount samaria, you women who oppress the poor and crush the needy and say to your husbands, bring us some drinks. Study the bible online using commentary on amos and more. The blue letter bible ministry and the blb institute hold to the historical, conservative christian faith, which includes a firm belief in the inerrancy of scripture. Bible inspiration and preservation commentaries on bible books genesis. Yahweh roars from zion, and makes himself heard from jerusalem. The visions he had about israel, in the time of uzziah king of judah and jeroboam son of joash, king of israel, two years before the earthquake. Read amos commentary using john gills exposition of the bible. Amos was a contemporary of hosea, isaiah, and jonah. This muchneeded new edition includes an updated english translation of the hebrew text and an insightful. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible.
Amos was a shepherd in a region called tekoa, about six miles south of bethlehem. Commentary on amos 5 by matthew henry blue letter bible. Watch our overview video on the book of amos, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. For some account of this prophet see the introduction. Top 5 commentaries on the book of amos from keith mathison feb 07, 2009 category. His ministry occurred sometime between 760 and 755 b. Since the text and audio content provided by blb represent a range of evangelical traditions, all of the ideas and principles conveyed in the resource materials are not. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Click the commentary tab or pulldown menu for a full selection of commentaries over any bible passage you are researching.
He was not a man of the court like isaiah, or a member of a priestly family like jeremiah and ezekiel. Best commentaries and books on amos logos bible software. The time will surely come when you will be taken away with hooks, the last of you with fishhooks. The book of amos is an intriguing scripture from a unique individual, amos, a shepherd and fig tree farmer dwelling in southern judah who is called by god to go to bethel and announce warnings of judgment to the northern kingdom of israel. Douglas stuart, word biblical commentary wbc, thomas nelson, 1987, 588 pp.
The words of amos reveal jehovahs mercy towards an unworthy people. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. We have just added many new sources, including the expositors bible commentary, bengels gnomon, langes commentary, hastings great texts and many more. Commentary on amos the annotated bible conservative, literal interpretation. Amos commentary john gills exposition of the bible. He writes about the terrible things that they have done. This commentary is a valuable guide to the fascinating world and challenging word of these two prophets. Read amos commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. See all of our coronavirus resources here toggle navigation. You will also find options for commentaries on amos that help pastors, teachers, and readers with application of the bible, commentaries that approach the scripture versebyverse, classic christian commentaries, and much more.
The book of, one of the twelve minor prophets, is part of the christian old testament. Commentary on the book of amos by matthew henry old. Hermeneia, a critical and historical commentary on the bible by. A new translation with introduction and commentary. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Woe to you who are at ease in zion, and trust in mount samaria, notable persons in the chief nation, to whom the house of israel comes. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library, including complete notes from the niv cultural backgrounds study bible and the new bible commentary. Amos and hosea were coworkers and may even have gone on preaching tours through the land together, although hosea continued his work after amos passed from the scene.
Tom constables expository notes on amos this is also available in the net. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. While hosea only prophesied regarding israel amos also prophesied concerning the neighbouring nations of israel. He prophesied in israel at the great cult center of bethel, from which he was finally expelled by the priest in charge of this royal sanctuary 7. Much has been made of the fact that amos was a shepherda man more comfortable among hills and dales than. Amos free bible commentary in easy english easyenglish bible. Metaphorically, when god draws near with the plumb line, he is looking for those people who are living and abiding in his grace and his law. You will each go straight out through breaches in the wall. Douglas stuart hoseajonah word biblical commentary, 1987. Amos lived in the kingdom of judah but preached in the northern kingdom of. Much has been made of the fact that amos was a shepherda man more comfortable among hills and dales than on city streetsa man more comfortable in the company of sheep than of. The book of amos is an intriguing scripture from a unique individual, amos, a shepherd and fig tree farmer dwelling in southern judah who is called by god to go to bethel and announce warnings of judgment.
Study amos using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Then he says something to his own people who live in israel and judah. Study the bible online using commentary on amos introduction and more. Amos 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Because they have rejected the law of the lord and have not kept his decrees, because they have been led astray by false gods, the gods their ancestors followed.
The persons concerned in the prophecy of this book. Find out what true worship looks like in the book of amos. Ever mindful of the wider context and composition of these ancient but living texts, david hubbard shows how joel and amos addressed israels mind and heart. Book of amos overview insight for living ministries.