Amos Brief Study Notes The Book of Amos is a prophetic book in the Old Testament of the Bible, attributed to the prophet Amos, who lived in the 8th century BCE. The book is primarily concerned with the message of judgment that Amos delivers to the northern kingdom of Israel, calling them to repentance and warning them of God's coming judgment. The book can be divided into three main sections: Chapters 1-2 contain a series of oracles against Israel's neighboring nations, including Damascus, Gaza, Tyre, and Edom, warning them of God's coming judgment for their sins. Chapters 3-6 contain Amos' message to the people of Israel, calling them to repentance and warning them of the judgment that will come if they do not turn away from their sins. Amos particularly condemns the injustice and oppression of the wealthy and powerful in Israel, and calls for social and economic justice. Chapters 7-9 contain visions that Amos receives from God, depicting Israel's coming j...