Amos: Prophet and Social Justice

The video tells the story of Prophet Amos, who witnesses social injustices in Israel during Jeroboam II's reign. Amos frees slaves, receives a message from God, and confronts the rich and corrupt, urging justice and integrity. Despite facing opposition, Amos's actions and prophecies highlight the need for social justice and adherence to God's commandments.

What was the main issue faced by the poor during the rule of Jeroboam II?

• Lack of food

• No access to education

• Poor healthcare

• Heavy taxes and unfair interest

What was Amos's profession before he became a prophet?

• A farmer

• A shepherd

• A merchant

• A soldier

How did Amos respond to the slave trade he witnessed?

• He ignored it

• He reported it to the authorities

• He bought and freed the slaves

• He joined the slave trade

What did Amos offer to the freed slaves?

• Money

• A place to hide

• New clothes

• His land to work on

What did God instruct Amos to do after showing him the plumb line?

• Stay in his village

• Write a book

• Go to Israel

• Build a new temple

What did Amos see as he traveled to Israel?

• Peaceful villages

• Widespread corruption

• Beautiful landscapes

• Prosperous cities

What did Amos notice about the scales used in trade?

• They were used to cheat

• They were accurate

• They were broken

• They were too heavy

What was Amos's reaction to the false worship in Bethel?

• He condemned it

• He ignored it

• He joined the worship

• He praised it

What was Amos's message regarding sacrifices to God?

• They should be increased

• They should be offered daily

• They should be stopped completely

• They are meaningless without justice

What was the consequence of Amos's bold declarations?

• He was imprisoned

• He was promoted

• He was ignored

• He was rewarded