Old Testament · Minor Prophet

Amos

A shepherd thunders against complacent power.

Author: Amos
Audience: Northern Israel
Date: c. 760 BC
Chapters: 9

Purpose

To indict social injustice and call for righteousness.

Key Themes

Justice
Righteousness
Judgment

Key Verses

“Let judgment run down as waters, and righteousness as a mighty stream.”

Wesleyan–Holiness Reflection

Holiness without justice is hypocrisy.

Chapter Insight

Jump into any chapter for cross-references and a Wesleyan reflection.