- By using the term “B’ney Yisrael” does the prophet mean “Israel” (the Northern Kingdom) or “all Jews”?
- Amos 3:2 speaks of selection — and does that confer privilege and exemption from punishment, or rather, increased responsibility?
- What does Amos 3:3-5 (poetically) posit as to the inevitability of the future?
- Is any major event, then, not the result of God’s “intent” (Amos 3:6)?
- And, is there any major “act” of God not preceded by His prophets being so advised?
- Moreover, does the prophet know he is free not to share his knowledge (Amos 3:8)?
- What will the observer from afar (Egypt and Philistia) see as the “ambiance” of Israel’s center, Shomron?
- Would the repeated reference to palaces (and to attendance malfeasance) indicate a prosperous society — but only for some?
- What will become of those who are prosperous?
- How does the example in Amos 3:12 relate to Amos’ occupation?
- What is the house of Jacob (Amos 3:13)?
- What will become of the worship center of Israel in Bet El?
- He who seizes the “horns of the altar” can claim sanctuary; hence what does Amos 3:14 imply?
- Do the dwellings to be destroyed (once again) indicate a society prosperous (at least for some)?
