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The main function of the prophets was to rebuke (see Jeremiah 7:23-25). Those who didn't want to accept the stinging criticisms (ibid) would respond in all kinds of ways, including ridicule.

It should be pointed out, however, that it wasn't everyone who did so.

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Q: Why did the people of lsrael regarded Amos as a mad person?
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What are amos?

amos is a person


Was amos a Jew?

The Biblical Prophet Amos was a Jew. As for whether any other person who has the name Amos is Jewish, this would require a surname.


What kind of person does Amos singletary represent?

the poor


What type of book is Amos in the bible?

This book in the Hebrew Bibles is called "Sepher Amos", the Book of Amos; and, in the Vulgate Latin and Syriac versions, the Prophecy of Amos. This person, Amos is not the father of Isaiah, as some say. There are no family details regarding, Amos except that this man was a country farmer and herdsman.


When did Amos prophesy?

There is no specific time period of when Amos prophesied, however, Amos was written by Amos between the years of 760 and 750 BC. Amos was a Shepard from Judah with no known ministry credentials, except a word from God for the people.


What kind of people does Amos singletary represent?

poor people


What are the consequences of prophet Amos?

Amos described the consequences that would come on people who had turned their backs on God. Amos’ warnings were not meant only for his day, but also for today.


Where was Amos sent to prophesy?

Amos preached in the Northern Kingdom of Israel.


What is the book in the Bible after Joel?

Amos.


What is the possessive form of the bell of Amos?

Amos’s bell is singular possessive. Amos’ bell implies there is more than one Amos.


Why did the message of Amos challenge the people?

It challenged the people because they had forgotten about the one true God.


How did God inspire Amos to write the book of Amos?

Well he was God and he can make anyone do what he wants so he told the prophets to write it to teach other people.