Key Figures — Amos 6

2 figures

1. Amos

   Prophet of God delivering a message of judgment to Israel.

   Amos warns the complacent and self-indulgent leaders of Israel about the impending judgment due to their pride and neglect of justice.

   Related passages

   • Amos Chapter 1 (Introduction of Amos as a prophet)
   • Amos Chapter 5 (Call to seek the Lord and live)

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2. Israel

   The nation receiving the prophetic message of judgment.

   The people of Israel are criticized for their complacency, luxury, and failure to grieve over the ruin of Joseph, symbolizing their neglect of the nation's spiritual and moral decay.

   Related passages

   • Amos Chapter 4 (Israel's failure to return to God)
   • Hosea Chapter 4 (Israel's lack of knowledge and destruction)

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