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Amos (30th Book of the Old Testament).

Author.
Amos the prophet.

Main point.
God was fed up with Israel's following after other gods, their oppression of the poor, and their lazy attitude toward spiritual matters.

Main people.
Amos, Amaziah, Jeroboam II.

Special features.
Is one of the strongest statements that God is just and punishes sin. Describes Amos's remarkable visions of judgment. Shows the prophet's great courage in speaking strongly to the religious leaders of his day.

Date.
Probably about 760-750 B.C.

How many chapters?
9 chapters.

How the Book got its name?
The name Amos means “burden” or “burden bearer.” The prophet certainly carried a heavy burden: God's message to Israel.