Amos 3 Flashcards - Ted Hildebrandt

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What did God say was unique about Israel of all the families of the earth (Am 3:2)?

They were the only ones among whom he dwelt

They were the descendants of Abraham, his friend

They were the only ones who were righteous in his sight

They were the only ones he had chosen (correct)

How do two walk together (Am 3:3)?

Sharing the same goal

Carrying the same load

Having agreed to do so (correct)

With the same steps

When does the lion not roar (Am 3:4)?

Right after he has caught his prey

When he goes out of his den

When he has no prey (correct)

In the night

When does a bird fall into a trap on the ground (Am 3:5)?

When the snare had been set Signup and view all the answers

How do the people in a city react when the trumpet is sounded (Am 3:6)?

They tremble Signup and view all the answers

When disaster comes to the city what/who has caused it (Am 3:6)?

The Lord Signup and view all the answers

What does the Sovereign Lord do before he does anything (Am 3:7)?

He reveals his plan to the prophets Signup and view all the answers

How title does Amos give to the prophets to whom God reveals his plan (Am 3:7)?

His servants Signup and view all the answers

What is the response to the lion roaring (Am 3:8)?

Fear Signup and view all the answers

What must accompany the Lord having spoken (Am 3:8)?

People must prophesy Signup and view all the answers

To what fortresses is the Lord proclaiming his message (Am 3:9)?

Ashdod and Egypt Signup and view all the answers

Where did God declare that they should assemble (Am 3:9)?

On the mountains of Samaria Signup and view all the answers

What is found among the people on the mountains of Samaria (Am 3:9)?

Oppression Signup and view all the answers

What do those who hoard plunder not know how to do (Am 3:10)?

What is right Signup and view all the answers

What are looted (Am 3:10)?

Their fortresses Signup and view all the answers

Who/what will overrun the land (Am 3:11)?

An enemy Signup and view all the answers

What will an enemy do (Am 3:11)?

Plunder your fortresses Signup and view all the answers

What does a shepherd save from a lion's mouth (Am 3:12)?

Two leg bones and a piece of ear Signup and view all the answers

People from what two cities will be saved like a shepherd saves from a lion (Am 3:12)?

Samaria and Damascus Signup and view all the answers

On the day God punishes the house of Jacob what will be destroyed (Am 3:14)?

The altars of Bethel Signup and view all the answers

On the day God punishes the house of Jacob what will be cut off (Am 3:14)?

The horns of the altar Signup and view all the answers

What does God say will be torn down on the day he punishes Israel (Am 3:15)?

The winter and summer houses Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Unique Relationship with Israel

God declared Israel as unique among all families of the earth for being the only ones He had chosen.
This special relationship emphasizes Israel's significance in God's plan.

Agreement to Walk Together

Two individuals can only walk together if they have agreed to do so, highlighting the importance of mutual consent in relationships and actions.

Symbolism of Roaring Lion

A lion does not roar when it has no prey, symbolizing a lack of power or dominance when essential needs are unmet.

Bird and Trap Metaphor

A bird falls into a trap only when the snare has been set, underlining the inevitability of consequences once traps are in place.

Response to Alarm in the City

People tremble when the trumpet is sounded, indicating urgency and fear in the face of impending danger or disaster.

Source of Disaster

When disaster befalls a city, it is attributed to the Lord, reflecting divine sovereignty over events.

Revelation to Prophets

The Sovereign Lord reveals His plans to the prophets before taking action, ensuring they are informed messengers of His will.

Title for Prophets

Amos refers to the prophets as God's servants, signifying their role as facilitators of divine communication.

Roaring Lion and Human Response

The proper human response to the lion roaring is fear, showcasing a natural instinct to react to threats.

Prophetic Duty

The command following the Lord’s speech is for people to prophesy, emphasizing the call to declare God’s messages.

Locations of God’s Message

God proclaims His message to the fortresses of Ashdod and Egypt, indicating areas of strategic importance.

Assembly Declaration

God instructs the assembly on the mountains of Samaria, a location significant for communal gathering and confrontation.

Presence of Oppression

The mountains of Samaria are marked by oppression, revealing social injustices prevalent among the people.

Ignorance of Justice

Those who hoard plunder are described as not knowing what is right, criticizing moral failures among the wealthy.

Plundered Fortresses

The fortresses of the people have been looted, indicating vulnerability and loss of security within the community.

Threat of the Enemy

An enemy is projected to overrun the land, representing impending invasion or attack, contributing to fears of destruction.

Actions of the Enemy

The enemy will plunder the fortresses, symbolizing loss of safety and wealth, resulting in despair among the populace.

Shepherd and Lion's Prey

A shepherd saves two leg bones and a piece of ear from a lion, illustrating the minimal salvage from otherwise total devastation.

Cities Representing Salvation

Samaria and Damascus are metaphorically represented as cities from which remnants will be saved, hinting at divine preservation despite turmoil.

Destruction on the Day of Punishment

God will destroy the altars of Bethel as an act of judgment against the house of Jacob, targeting sites of idolatry.

Cutting Off the Altar's Horns

On the day of punishment, the horns of the altar will be cut off, symbolizing a complete destruction of the old places of worship.

Destruction of Luxury Houses

God declares that both winter and summer houses will be torn down, signaling total devastation of comfort and privilege among the people.

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