Translations
Original
Notes
Beersheba was another site (see study note on Amos 4:4) with connections to the patriarchal era (for example, Abraham, Genesis 21:33; 22:19). It had become a shrine.
Gilgal … exile: This phrase uses wordplay based on alliteration (the repetition of similar sounds). In Hebrew, the words hagilgal galoh yigleh sound alike. Together, they connect the place name Gilgal with the idea of going into exile.
Amos delivers three prophetic messages to Israel, criticizing their mistaken belief about being God's chosen people. The messages show a progression toward judgment.
Events
- Prophecies of Amosc. 788 BC
Parallels
Places
Beersheba: Important city in southern Israel, associated with the patriarchs Bethel: Important city in Israel, associated with Abraham and Jacob Gilgal: A significant site during Israel's early history in Canaan
Glossary
Topics
Beer-Sheba: The Most Southern City of Palestine: Became a Seat of Idolatrous Worship Beth-El: A City North of Jerusalem: Prophecies Against Gilgal: Place of the First Encampment of the Israelites West of the Jordan River: Prophecies Concerning Idolatry: Warnings Against, and Punishments of Prayer: Answer To, Promise Repentance: Exhortation To Seekers: General Scriptures Concerning