Amos — The Shepherd Prophet Quiz Flashcards

#1

What was Amos's occupation before he was called to be a prophet?

📖 Amos 7:14-15

#2

From which town did Amos originate?

📖 Amos 1:1

#3

During the reign of which king did Amos primarily prophesy?

📖 Amos 1:1

#4

At what sanctuary did Amos confront the priest Amaziah?

📖 Amos 7:10-13

#5

What primary sin does Amos condemn throughout his book?

📖 Amos 2:6-7

#6

What does Amos use as a symbol to illustrate God's judgment against Israel?

📖 Amos 7:7-9

#7

Which famous phrase does Amos use to introduce God's messages of judgment?

📖 Amos 1:3

#8

What does Amos promise will happen despite the judgment against Israel?

📖 Amos 9:11-15

#2

Tekoa

Amos explicitly identifies himself as coming from Tekoa, a town in Judah, though he prophesied primarily against the northern kingdom of Israel (Amos 1:1).

Amos 1:1

#1

He was a shepherd and fig farmer

Amos explicitly states he was a shepherd and tender of sycamore figs before God called him to prophesy (Amos 7:14-15).

Amos 7:14-15

#4

The sanctuary at Bethel

Amos 7:10-13 records that Amaziah, the priest of Bethel, confronted Amos about his prophecies against King Jeroboam II at the sanctuary in Bethel.

Amos 7:10-13

#3

King Jeroboam II of Israel

Amos 1:1 indicates that Amos prophesied during the reigns of Uzziah of Judah and Jeroboam II of Israel, with his primary focus on Jeroboam II's northern kingdom.

Amos 1:1

#6

A plumb line

In Amos 7:7-9, God shows Amos a vision of a plumb line, which represents God's standard of justice; Israel fails to measure up and will face destruction.

Amos 7:7-9

#5

Social injustice and oppression of the poor

Amos repeatedly denounces social injustice, the oppression of the poor, exploitation by the wealthy, and abuse of the vulnerable (Amos 2:6-7, 4:1, 5:11-12, 8:4-6).

Amos 2:6-7

#8

Amos promises God will restore a remnant of Israel

In Amos 9:11-15, despite prophesying judgment, Amos concludes with a message of restoration, promising that God will rebuild the house of David and restore Israel's fortunes.

Amos 9:11-15

#7

Thus says the Lord of Hosts

Throughout the book of Amos, the phrase 'Thus says the Lord' (or in some verses 'This is what the Lord says') introduces the prophet's declarations, emphasizing God's authority behind his words (Amos 1:3-2:16).

Amos 1:3

#9

How many surrounding nations does Amos pronounce judgment against before focusing on Israel and Judah?

📖 Amos 1:3-2:3

#10

What accusation does Amos make against wealthy women in Israel?

📖 Amos 4:1

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#10

They oppressed the poor and crushed the needy

In Amos 4:1, Amos addresses the 'cows of Bashan' (wealthy women of Samaria), accusing them of oppressing the poor and crushing the needy while demanding drinks for themselves.

Amos 4:1

#9

Six nations

In Amos 1:3-2:3, Amos pronounces judgments against six nations (Damascus, Gaza, Tyre, Edom, Ammon, and Moab) before turning his judgment toward Judah and Israel.

Amos 1:3-2:3

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