In this commentary on the book of amos, daniel carroll combines a detailed reading of the hebrew text with attention to its historical background and current relevance. Amos s connection to the simple life of the people made its way into the center of his prophecies. Best amos commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. 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. The people have become greedy and have stopped following biblical values. The book of amos is the third in the hebrew canon known as the twelve minor prophets. Commentaries describe the area as somewhat rugged, rocky, and with sparse grazing fields. Read amos commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. More than almost any other book of scripture, the book of amos holds gods people accountable for their illtreatment of others. Click the commentary tab or pulldown menu for a full selection of commentaries over any bible passage you are researching. While hosea only prophesied regarding israel amos also prophesied concerning the neighbouring nations of israel.
The book of amos introduction to the book of amos in the bible. Amos 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on the. Douglas stuart, word biblical commentary wbc, thomas nelson, 1987, 588 pp. The prophet amos lived among a group of shepherds in tekoa, a small town approximately ten miles south of jerusalem. He is not to be confused with amoz stout, strong, the father of isaiah isaiah 1. 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 introduction and more. 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. They were selling off needy people for goods, taking advantage of the helpless, oppressing the poor, and the men were.
Jeremias has been publishing the results of his research on amos in journals and collections of essays for several years. In sum, amos is well worth studying either in his own right or as an introduction to prophetic writings in general. Amos commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole bible. What makes this volume unique is its special attention to amoss literary features and what they reveal about the books theology and composition. 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. Amos made clear in his writings that he did not come from a family of prophets, nor did he even consider himself one. This muchneeded new edition includes an updated english translation of the hebrew text and an insightful. 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. Secondly, the constant succession of day and night is under his direction, and is kept up by his power and providence.
As with each of the minor prophets, the title comes from the name of the prophet to whom god gave his message 1. 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. For three sins of judah, even for four, i will not turn back my wrath. Amos was a contemporary of hosea, isaiah, and jonah. Amos, an older contemporary of hosea and isaiah, was active c.
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. Commentary on the book of amos by matthew henry old. A free bible translation and commentary on the book of amos in easyenglish. Summary of the book of amos the story of the bible. It repeatedly points out the failure of the people to fully embrace gods idea of justice.
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. We find two quotations from the book of amos in the acts of the apostles. Book of amos matthew henrys bible commentary concise. The time will surely come when you will be taken away with hooks, the last of you with fishhooks.
In the book of amos, we find two uses amos performed. Study amos using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Amos with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. In the notes, when an authors name appears, followed by a page number, the reference is to that authors. The book of, one of the twelve minor prophets, is part of the christian old testament.
Best commentaries and books on amos logos bible software. Y doubleday, 1990 appeared too late for me to incorporate its exegetical insights into my work. We have just added many new sources, including the expositors bible commentary, bengels gnomon, langes commentary, hastings great texts and many more. He calls himself a shepherd and a cultivator of sycamorefig trees. 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. A list of the best commentaries on amos ranked by scholars. Study the books of hosea, joel, amos, obadiah, and jonah, with pioneering. The words of amos reveal jehovahs mercy towards an unworthy people. This commentary has been through advanced theological checking. This commentary is a valuable guide to the fascinating world and challenging word of these two prophets. Amos introduction commentary commentary critical and.
Study guide on the book of amos, on line bible commentary for book of amos, niv commentary amos, free amos commentary. Shepherds in that region had to make extensive trips to feed their flocks. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible. They must transform their corrupt courts and establish justice in the gates. Amos lived in the kingdom of judah but preached in the northern kingdom of israel. There are a number of very good commentaries on amos, and the following are five of the best. Amos was a shepherd in a region called tekoa, about six miles south of bethlehem. Rather, he was a grower of sycamore figs as well as a shepherd amos 7.
Amos prophesied at a unique time in the history of the divided kingdom. The first verse of this book identifies the author as amos, who was among the herdsmen of tekoa 1. This book of the prophet amos is the only mention we have of this man in the old testament. Amos came from tekoa, about 12 miles south of jerusalem. The wealthy elite are becoming rich at the expense of others. The book of amos was written in a time when the people of israel have reached a low point in their devotion to jehovah, the god of israel. Amos free bible commentary in easy english easyenglish bible. This summary of the book of amos provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of amos. Book of amos overview insight for living ministries. You can find the best commentary on amos for you using the tools on the right side. This book is an excellent aid to ones study of the prophet. Study the bible online using commentary on amos and more.
The prophet amos ministered during the overlapping reigns of jeroboam ii in israel 793753 and uzziah in judah 792740. An easyenglish commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of amos. Amos 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Amos commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole.
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. The book of amos is the third of the twelve minor prophets in the tanakhold testament and the second in the greek septuagint tradition. 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. Amos signifies a burden, whence the jews have a tradition that he was of a slow tongue and spoke with stammering lips. Instead of reconstructing a hypothetical redactional history, this. He preached to an affluent society that was deeply involved in false worship and in the mistreatment of the poor. 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. General introduction to the book of amos introductory material concerning the oracles again the nations 1. Amos 4 israel has not returned to god hear bible gateway. This commentary is a product of several decades of research into and teaching of the book of amos. 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. The book of amos new international commentary on the old. You will each go straight out through breaches in the wall.
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