Amos and Horea flashcards

Who is Amos and where is he from? (Amos 1)

Amos is a shepherd from Tekoa in Judah (the southern kingdom)

Who does Amos prophesy to? (Amos 1)

The northern kingdom: Israel / Ephraim

Amos’ prophecies about the surrounding nations of the Northern kingdom are introduced with the phrase _? (Amos 1)

For three sins of _, even for four, I will not relent.

What sin did the city of Damascus commit? (Amos 1)

Cruelty against Gilead with iron tools (brutality)

What sin brings judgment on Gaza? (Amos 1)

Taking entire communities captive and selling them to Edom

What sin brings judgement on Tyre? (Amos 1)

Breaking a treaty of brotherhood by delivering captives to Edom

What sin brings judgement on Edom? (Amos 1)

Pursuing his brother with a sword and being wrathful.

What does God send to punish these nations? (Amos 1)

Fire to destroy their walls, cities, and kings.

Why is Israel (northern kingdom) judged by the LORD? (Amos 2)

Oppressing the poor, selling them for silver, and showing no compassion for the weak.

Why is Moab being judged? (Amos 2)

Burning the bones of Edom’s king to ashes (disrespect)

Why is Judah (Southern kingdom) being punished? (Amos 2)

Rejecting the laws of the LORD and worshiping false gods.

What moral corruption does Amos describe in Israel? (Amos 2)

Fathers and sons sleeping with the same women

God goes over what he has done for Israel and questions them. In response Israel ___? (Amos 2)

Silence the prophets and forbid the Nazirites (people dedicated god) to stay pure.

What does God say he’s going to do to Israel? (Amos 2)

He will crush them and no one will escape.

Why does God punish Israel more? (Amos 3)

Because they are the only nation He chose and made a covenant with. Greater privilege = greater responsibility.

Amos 3:3-6 displays cause and effect. Why? (Amos 3)

Do showcase that nothing happens without a reason. Israel’s punishment has a cause.

The lion roaring throughout Amos represents? (Amos 3)

God’s voice of judgement; once He has spoken, destruction will follow.

What does God say about Samaria? (Amos 3)

Its wealth and power come from violence.

What will happen to Samaria? (Amos 3)

An enemy will surround the land, pull down its defenses, and plunder its strongholds.

What image shows how few will survive? (Amos 3)

Like a shepherd saving only scraps from a lion — only a small remnant will remain.

What happens to Bethel and the wealthy homes? (Amos 3)

Bethel’s altars (false worship) will be destroyed, and Israel’s grand houses and ivory mansions torn down.

Who are the “cows of Bashan” that Amos condemns? (Amos 4)

Wealthy women of Samaria who oppress the poor and demand luxury from their husbands. (God says they’ll be taken away by hooks).

What does Amos mock about Israel’s worship at Bethel and Gilgal? (Amos 4)

They eagerly offer sacrifices and tithes, but it’s empty show — false worship mixed with pride and sin.

What final warning does Amos give? (Amos 4)

“Prepare to meet your God, O Israel” — meaning judgment is coming soon and cannot be escaped.

Amos 5 is? (Amos 5)

A funeral song for Israel

What wrong attitude does Israel have toward the day of the Lord? (Amos 5)

They think it will bring blessing, but Amos warns it will be darkness and judgment instead.

What does God say about their festivals and offerings? (Amos 5)

“I hate, I despise your feasts” — He rejects their sacrifices and songs because their hearts are corrupt.

What is Israel’s punishment? (Amos 5)

God will send them into exile beyond Damascus for their unrepentant sin.

Who is Amos warning in Amos 6? (Amos 6)

The wealthy and powerful in Zion (Judah) and Samaria (Israel) who feel secure and complacent.

What strange image does Amos use to show how complete the destruction will be? (Amos 6)

When ten people are left in one house, they’ll all die; even relatives will fear mentioning God’s name.

What foolish boast does Israel make? (Amos 6)

They brag about military victories, but God says he will make a nation rise up and crush them north to south.

What is the first vision Amos sees? (Amos 7)

Locusts devouring the land after the king’s share of crops is eaten — symbolizing total ruin.

What is the second vision? (Amos 7)

Fire consuming the land and even drying up the deep — another image of total destruction.

What is the third vision? (Amos 7)

The Lord stands with a plumb line (a tool for measuring straightness) beside a wall — symbolizing judgment and testing Israel’s moral alignment.

Before the 3rd vision, God? (Amos 7)

Spared Israel because Amos pleaded

What does the plumb line mean? (Amos 7)

God will no longer spare Israel; He will measure them against His standard and bring down their high places and house of Jeroboam.

Who opposes Amos after these prophecies? (Amos 7)

Amaziah, the priest of Bethel, reports Amos to King Jeroboam and tells Amos to leave and prophesy in Judah instead.

What prophecy does Amos give directly to Amaziah? (Amos 7)

Amaziah’s wife will become a prostitute, his children will die, his land will be divided, and he himself will die in exile — Israel will go into exile.

What vision does Amos see in Amos 8? (Amos 8)

A basket of ripe fruit. (Israel is ripe for judgement, their time has come)

What feast or holy day do corrupt merchants complain about? (Amos 8)

They can’t wait for the Sabbath or New Moon festival to end so they can start cheating people again.

What cosmic signs show the severity of judgment? (Amos 8)

The sun will go down at noon, and the earth will darken in broad daylight — a symbol of national disaster.

What kind of famine does God say He will send? (Amos 8)

Not of food or water, but a famine of hearing the words of the Lord — spiritual silence. (they search for God’s word but do not find it).

What vision does Amos see in Amos 9? (Amos 9)

The Lord standing by the altar, commanding destruction of the temple and its people.

Can anyone escape God’s judgment in this chapter? (Amos 9)

No, he will find them wherever they go. God is all powerful.

How does Amos describe God’s control over the nations? (Amos 9)

Israel is not exempt—God brought them from Egypt, but He also rules over other nations like the Philistines and Arameans.

What does God say He will do to Israel’s sinful kingdom? (Amos 9)

He will destroy it, but not completely—He will preserve a remnant. (He will leave the righteous; He will restore their fortunes)

God planting his people? (Amos 9)

The prophet Amos records God's promise to "plant" His people Israel on their land, meaning they will be restored to their homeland and never again uprooted.

Who is Hosea, and when does he prophesy? (Hosea 1)

Hosea is a prophet from the northern kingdom of Israel, active during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah of Judah — and Jeroboam II of Israel.

What unusual command does God give Hosea? (Hosea 1)

To marry a promiscuous woman (Gomer) as a symbol of Israel’s unfaithfulness to God. (Even though Israel is unfaithful, God still loves them SYMBOL).

What are the names of Hosea’s children meant to symbolize? (Hosea 1)

Each child’s name represents a message of judgment and hope for Israel.

Children of Hosea and Gomer: Jezreel, Lo-Ruhamah, Lo-Ammi. What does each name represent? (Hosea 1)

Messages for Israel’s upcoming future. J: "God will scatter" (Upcoming punishment for Israel), LR: "Not loved" (God will no longer show love to Israel), LA: "Not my people" (Israel has broken the covenant, they are no longer God's people).

Despite these judgments, what hope does God give at the end of the chapter? (Hosea 1)

One day, the number of Israelites will be countless again, and those called “Not my people” will be called “Children of the living God.”

What else does God promise for Israel and Judah? (Hosea 1)

They will reunite under one leader and return to their land — a sign of future restoration.

What main image does Hosea 2 use to describe Israel? (Hosea 2)

Israel is portrayed as an unfaithful wife who chases other lovers — symbolizing idolatry and unfaithfulness to God.

What does Israel mistakenly believe about her blessings? (Hosea 2)

She thinks her lovers (the Baals) gave her food, drink, and wealth, though they actually came from God.

What does God say He will do in the “Valley of Achor”? (Hosea 2)

Turn it into a “door of hope,” symbolizing renewal and forgiveness after trouble.

What change will occur in Israel’s relationship with God? (Hosea 2)

She will no longer call Him “my Baal” but “my husband” — showing intimacy and faithfulness restored.

What happens to the names of Hosea’s children in this chapter? (Hosea 2)

Their meanings are reversed — “Not Loved” becomes “Loved,” and “Not My People” becomes “My People.”

What command does God give Hosea in chapter 3? (Hosea 3)

To love his unfaithful wife again, even though she has been with another man — symbolizing God’s enduring love for Israel. (He buys Gomer back; God willing to redeem Israel after unfaithfulness).

What condition does Hosea set for Gomer after buying her back? (Hosea 3)

She must live with him and remain faithful, but they will abstain from intimacy for a time — a symbol of separation and restoration. (Israel will live many days without a King)

What does Hosea 4 open with? (Hosea 4)

A lawsuit — God brings charges against Israel for breaking His covenant.

What are the main accusations God makes? (Hosea 4)

“No faithfulness, no love, no acknowledgment of God in the land.” Instead, there’s swearing, lying, killing, stealing, and adultery.

Who does God hold especially responsible? (Hosea 4)

The priests and leaders, for failing to teach the law and leading people astray. (they lack knowledge).

How do priests misuse their role? (Hosea 4)

They feed on the people’s sins and are glad when they sin more, because it brings them more sacrifices.

What warning does God give Judah (the southern kingdom)? (Hosea 4)

Don’t follow Israel’s example or go to idol-worshiping places like Gilgal or Beth Aven (Bethel).

Who does God address in Hosea 5? (Hosea 5)

The priests, Israel’s leaders, and the royal family — those most responsible for leading the people astray.

What are they accused of? (Hosea 6)

Setting traps and snares for the people through corruption and idolatry.

How does God describe Ephraim’s (northern Israel’s) pride? (Hosea 6)

It testifies against them — their arrogance prevents repentance.

What metaphor does God use for Himself in this chapter? (Hosea 6)

Like a moth and rot, slowly destroying Israel and Judah’s strength.

What mistake does Israel make when weakened? (Hosea 6)

They turn to Assyria for help instead of God — trusting foreign powers for salvation.

How does God respond to this misplaced trust? (Hosea 6)

He will be like a lion to Israel and Judah — He will tear them apart and leave until they acknowledge their guilt and seek Him. (At the end of the chapter they eventually seek him-.

How does Hosea 6 begin? (Hosea 6)

With a call to repentance: “Come, let us return to the Lord.” (they hope He’ll heal their wounds expecting quick forgiveness).

What does God say about their repentance?  (Hosea 6)

It’s shallow and short-lived — their love is like the morning mist that disappears quickly.

What’s the main problem with Israel’s worship? (Hosea 6)

They perform rituals but lack genuine loyalty and obedience.

What happens when God tries to heal Israel in Hosea 7? (Hosea 7)

Their sins are exposed — deceit, theft, and rebellion keep surfacing instead of repentance.

What image does Hosea use to describe Israel’s passion for sin? (Hosea 7)

A heated oven — their hearts burn with lust and conspiracy like a fire left unattended.

How are Israel’s kings involved in this corruption? (Hosea 7)

Kings are overthrown one after another through plots and drunken feasts, yet none call on God.

What does the image of a “senseless dove” mean (v.11)? (Hosea 7)

Israel foolishly flits between Egypt and Assyria for help instead of trusting God — symbolizing political instability.

How does the chapter end? (Hosea 7)

God laments that they cry on their beds but not to Him sincerely; they turn away and rebel, and destruction is coming.

What warning opens Hosea 8? (Hosea 8)

“Put the trumpet to your lips!” — signaling that judgment is near because Israel has broken God’s covenant.

What image describes God’s judgment? (Hosea 8)

An eagle (vulture) over the house of the Lord — symbolizing swift and certain destruction.

What political sin does Israel commit? (Hosea 8)

Appointing kings and leaders without God’s approval, trusting in politics rather than divine guidance.

What famous line summarizes their sin? (Hosea 8)

“They sow the wind and reap the whirlwind” — their foolish actions will bring devastating results. (idolitary btw)

What does God say will happen to their alliances with other nations? (Hosea 8)

Israel goes to Assyria for help, becoming like a wild donkey alone — independent but foolish; those alliances will destroy them.

What main warning opens Hosea 9? (Hosea 9)

Israel should not rejoice like other nations — their unfaithfulness has separated them from God.

What sin does Hosea highlight again? (Hosea 9)

Israel has committed spiritual adultery — loving the wages of prostitution by turning to idols and foreign gods.

What does Hosea say about the coming destruction? (Hosea 9)

“The days of punishment have come” — prophets will be seen as fools, and the people will face corruption and violence.

What happens to Israel’s population and families? (Hosea 9)

Their glory will fly away — no births, pregnancies, or children; the next generation will be wiped out.

What symbol does Hosea use for Israel’s prosperity and sin? (Hosea 10)

A vine that bears fruit — the richer it gets, the more idols it builds.

What is Israel’s main spiritual problem in this chapter? (Hosea 10)

A divided heart — they claim to worship God but still rely on idols.

What realization will Israel have too late? (Hosea 10)

That no king or nation can save them because they didn’t trust God.

What does Hosea call the people to do instead? (Hosea 10)

“Sow righteousness and reap love” — turn back to God in repentance.

What is Israel’s final punishment in this chapter? (Hosea 10)

Assyria will destroy their cities, fortresses, and king.

How does Hosea 11 begin? (Hosea 11)

God recalls His love for Israel as a child, saying, “Out of Egypt I called my son.”

What image does God use to show His care? (Hosea 11)

A parent teaching a child to walk — gentle, loving, and protective.

What emotion does God express about judging Israel? (Hosea 11)

Heartache and compassion — He doesn’t want to destroy them completely.

What future hope does He promise? (Hosea 11)

One day Israel will return trembling to the Lord, like children coming home.

What is Hosea 12 mainly about? (Hosea 12)

God compares Israel’s deceit and pride to Jacob’s past, showing how both struggled with God.

What does Hosea say about Israel’s current behavior? (Hosea 12)

They are deceitful and greedy, making false treaties with Assyria and Egypt while pretending to trust God.

How does Hosea connect Jacob’s story to Israel’s sin? (Hosea 12)

Jacob wrestled with God and sought His blessing, but Israel wrestles through lies and rejects God’s help.