2 From The Books of Amos
& Hosea Is: Amos 3 & 4
1.
3:
3-8. These verses, by a statement of the
law of cause and effect, underline the fact that the unexpected prophecy of
3:1, 2 is indeed from God. What does this prophecy teach regarding the
responsibility of the people of God?
2.
3:9-15. what is the significance of the
invitation to the Philistines and Egyptians to come and see the evil done in
Samaria?
1.
What does chapter 4 teach on the
following issues: (a) the evil of luxury, (b) religious formalism, and (c)
God’s attempts to bring Israel to her senses? Notice the solemn conclusion of
verse 12.
Notes
- 4:1. A reference to the wealthy women of Samaria. The
cattle of Bashan were noted for their quality.
- 4:5, 6. These
verses are ironical in tone.
