The life and mission of Amos the shepherd and prophet have always fascinated students of the Old Testament. This rancher-farmer from Tekoa, summoned dramatically by Yahweh to prophesy to Israel under the kingship of Jeroboam II (eighth century B.C.E.) about the corruption, injustice, and religious insincerity of his time, has intrigued scholars for centuries. Was Amos' message one of judgment and retribution only, or also of redemption?
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The life and mission of Amos the shepherd and prophet have always fascinated students of the Old Testament. This rancher-farmer from Tekoa, summoned dramatically by Yahweh to prophesy to Israel under the kingship of Jeroboam II (eighth century B.C.E.) about the corruption, injustice, and religious insincerity of his time, has intrigued scholars for centuries. Was Amos' message one of judgment and retribution only, or also of redemption?
Noted scholars Francis I. Andersen and David Noel Freedman, authors of the critically acclaimed Hosea, team up to examine and explain this critical segment of the Bible. Using new insights and modern methods, the authors interpret the text clearly, enthusiastically, and with startling perception. Readers will gain a new understanding of the historical, literary, and religious dimensions of the book of Amos. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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The life and mission of Amos the shepherd and prophet have always fascinated students of the Old Testament. This rancher-farmer from Tekoa, summoned dramatically by Yahweh to prophesy to Israel under the kingship of Jeroboam II (eighth century B.C.E.) about the corruption, injustice, and religious insincerity of his time, has intrigued scholars for centuries. Was Amos' message one of judgment and retribution only, or also of redemption?
Noted scholars Francis I. Andersen and David Noel Freedman, authors of the critically acclaimed Hosea, team up to examine and explain this critical segment of the Bible. Using new insights and modern methods, the authors interpret the text clearly, enthusiastically, and with startling perception. Readers will gain a new understanding of the historical, literary, and religious dimensions of the book of Amos. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Noted scholars Francis I. Andersen and David Noel Freedman, authors of the critically acclaimed Hosea, team up to examine and explain this critical segment of the Bible. Using new insights and modern methods, the authors interpret the text clearly, enthusiastically, and with startling perception. Readers will gain a new understanding of the historical, literary, and religious dimensions of the book of Amos. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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. . .to the Anchor Bible series and to serious study of Amos. I have been more than impressed with the Anchor Bible commentaries on the Minor Prophets and have included several, including this one, in a current class I'm teaching in the Minor Prophets. Of all these texts, Amos stands out as a masterpiece of modern, sensible Biblical scholarship.
Nowhere else have I seen such attention to detail. Nowhere else have I seen such in-depth Hebrew word studies (frankly, far beyond my own comprehension!) Never before have I gained such insights into a book I've read many times.
I highly recommend this volume for all serious students of the Minor Prophets -- whether one can read Hebrew or not.
The section of photographs is also a nice added touch.
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I thoroughly agree with David Zampino's review on this. If you need to study Amos in detail this is well worth the money. You may not agree with all points - that's a given in practically any commentary - but it's so comprehensive and detailed that you'll be reluctant to turn elsewhere (which, of course, you should).
I've got Feinberg, McComiskey, Stuart, Smith, Hubbard, and a handful of others, but this is work is incredible.
Please note: I have not read it all, but the sections I have read are rich with detail. Alternatives are Stuart (WBC) or McComiskey. If you're looking for an easier read I recommend Motyer in the BST series - wonderful insights.
I've got Feinberg, McComiskey, Stuart, Smith, Hubbard, and a handful of others, but this is work is incredible.
Please note: I have not read it all, but the sections I have read are rich with detail. Alternatives are Stuart (WBC) or McComiskey. If you're looking for an easier read I recommend Motyer in the BST series - wonderful insights.
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The book arrived in due time. The condition of the book is very good, no scratch, no tear and no marking found inside the book.However, i expected the book will look like the same as it was shown in the amazon list, that the front cover should have a Pic of a lion. A little bit disappointed but still recommend this company.
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1 The words of Amos-who was one of the sheep raisers from Tekoa-who had visions concerning Israel in the days of Uzziah the king of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam ben-Joash the king of Israel, two years before the earthquake. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
bywm hhw, land cannot endure, scepter wielder, eighth oracle, divine repentance, yhwh kyrios, prose particles, first bicolon, second bicolon, eight oracles, justice into wormwood, sinful kingdom, bayyôm hahû, punishment formula, entire captivity, word hôy, fifth vision, two bicola, double kingdom, first colon, second colon, opening oracle, two years before the earthquake, envelope construction, irreversible judgment Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Great Set Speech, The Book of Woes, Lord Yahweh, Phase Three, The Book of Doom, Mount Samaria, Hebrew Bible, God of Israel, Syllables Stresses, Near East, Primary History, Gath of the Philistines, Guilt of Samaria, Mount Sinai, Phase Four, End Time, Mount Zion, Nile of Egypt, Yahweh's Day, Eternal One of Israel, Gezer Calendar, Great Deep, Greater Hamath, Jordan River, Mount Carmel New!
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1 The words of Amos-who was one of the sheep raisers from Tekoa-who had visions concerning Israel in the days of Uzziah the king of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam ben-Joash the king of Israel, two years before the earthquake. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
bywm hhw, land cannot endure, scepter wielder, eighth oracle, divine repentance, yhwh kyrios, prose particles, first bicolon, second bicolon, eight oracles, justice into wormwood, sinful kingdom, bayyôm hahû, punishment formula, entire captivity, word hôy, fifth vision, two bicola, double kingdom, first colon, second colon, opening oracle, two years before the earthquake, envelope construction, irreversible judgment Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Great Set Speech, The Book of Woes, Lord Yahweh, Phase Three, The Book of Doom, Mount Samaria, Hebrew Bible, God of Israel, Syllables Stresses, Near East, Primary History, Gath of the Philistines, Guilt of Samaria, Mount Sinai, Phase Four, End Time, Mount Zion, Nile of Egypt, Yahweh's Day, Eternal One of Israel, Gezer Calendar, Great Deep, Greater Hamath, Jordan River, Mount Carmel New!
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- The Religious Polemics of Amos: Studies in the Preaching of Amos (Vetus Testamentum, Supplement, No 34) by Hans M. Barstad in Front Matter
- Lexicon in Veteris Testamenti Libros by L. Koehler in Front Matter
- Judaism and Christianity (3 Vols in 1) by W.O.E. Oesterly in Front Matter
- Numerical Sayings in the Old Testament: A Form-critical Study (Vetus Testamentum Supplements) by Wolfgang Roth in Front Matter
- Holy Bible: King James Version: Standard Text Edition by Baker Publishing Group in Front Matter
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