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The Book of Amos: With Notes (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Ernest Arthur Edghill

 
9780267653430: The Book of Amos: With Notes (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Insightful commentary on the Book of Amos with notes and context

This edition presents the completed notes and a revised introduction for Ernest Arthur Edghill’s work on Amos, with oversight and revision by Dr. G. A. Cooke. It offers historical framing, authorial intent, and a careful study of the prophet’s message, focusing on ethics, social justice, and the warning of impending judgment.

The volume helps readers understand the historical setting of Amos, the prophet’s role, and the themes that run through the book. It situates Israel’s prosperity against a backdrop of inequality and religious devotion, drawing out the moral call at the heart of the text.
What you’ll experience
  • Historical context for Amos’s ministry, including the Northern Kingdom’s fortunes and risks
  • Explanations of key terms, structure, and the book’s translation approach
  • Notes that illuminate ethical themes and the prophet’s message about justice
  • Editorial notes on how the work came to publication and the role of editors
Ideal for readers of biblical history, prophetic literature, and study editions that combine notes with translation work.

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