P6 Religion UT Review (Prophet Amos)

Prophet Amos was known as a shepherd from Tekoa who was called by God to warn Israel's leaders about their injustice and remind them to care for the poor. He was the prophet of social justice. What is justice?

• Allowing people to do whatever they want without consequences

• Forgiving everyone, no matter what they have done

• Giving people what they deserve, whether good or bad, and ensuring fairness

• Treating others with kindness, regardless of their actions

What is the main accusation against the “cows of Bashan” in Amos 4:1?

• They worship idols

• They oppress the poor and crush the needy

• They neglect their families

• They refuse to offer sacrifices

Where does the Lord tell the Israelites to go and sin even more in Amos 4:4?

• Jerusalem and Hebron

• Bethel and Gilgal

• Shiloh and Shechem

• Dan and Beersheba

What is the overall message of Amos 4:1-5?

• God is a loving and forgiving God

• God is a just and righteous God

• God is a merciful and compassionate God

• God is a powerful and awesome God

What is the call to action in Amos 4:1-5?

• Repent and return to God

• Trust in God's mercy

• Continue to offer sacrifices

• Pray for forgiveness

What is the main theme of Amos 5:1-15?

• Celebration of Israel’s prosperity

• A lament and call to repentance

• Instructions for building the temple

• Prophecies about other nations

What will happen if Israel does not seek the Lord, according to Amos 5:6?

• They will be blessed with abundance

• They will be swept through like a fire

• They will conquer their enemies

• They will receive divine protection

What is the consequence for those who oppress the innocent and take bribes, according to Amos 5:12?

• They will be honored

• They will be forgiven

• They will face God’s judgment

• They will prosper

What is the hoped-for result of seeking good and maintaining justice, as stated in Amos 5:15?

• The Lord God Almighty will have mercy on the remnant of Joseph

• The people will become wealthy

• The nation will expand its territory

• The enemies of Israel will be defeated

What was the situation of the people of Israel described by the prophet Amos? (Amos 5:1-15)

• The people of Israel were experiencing great prosperity and abundance.

• The people of Israel were facing a severe famine and economic hardship.

• The people of Israel were complacent and indifferent to the needs of the poor and marginalized.

• The people of Israel were diligently following the laws and commandments of God.