Amos Shepherd Prophet of Justice

Amos was a shepherd and fig tree farmer from Tekoa in Judah whom God called to prophesy against the northern kingdom of Israel. He denounced social injustice, exploitation of the poor, and empty religious rituals. He called for justice to "roll on like a river."

1. Backgroundc. 760 BC

   Amos works as a shepherd and fig farmer in Tekoa, Judah.

   AMO 1:1, 7:14

2. Callc. 760 BC

   God calls Amos from his flocks to prophesy to the Northern Kingdom of Israel.

   AMO 7:15

3. Ministryc. 760-750 BC

   Amos delivers messages against social injustice and religious hypocrisy at Bethel.

   AMO 7:10-13

4. Oppositionc. 755 BC

   Amaziah the priest opposes Amos and tells him to go back to Judah.

   AMO 7:12-13