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  3. The Theology of the Book of Amos
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Publisher:
Cambridge University Press
Online publication date:
June 2012
Print publication year:
2012
Online ISBN:
9781139046497
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781139046497
Subjects:
Biblical Studies - Old Testament, Hebrew Bible, Religion, Theology
Series:
Old Testament Theology
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Book description

In modern times Amos has come to be considered one of the most important prophets, mainly for his uncompromising message about social justice. This book provides a detailed exploration of this theme and other important elements of the theology underlying the book of Amos. It also includes chapters on the text itself, providing a critical assessment of how the book came to be, the original message of Amos and his circle, which parts of the book may have been added by later scribes, and the finished form of the book. The author also considers the book's reception in ancient and modern times by interpreters as varied as rabbis, the Church Fathers, the Reformers and liberation theologians. Throughout, the focus is on how to read the book of Amos holistically to understand the organic development of the prophet's message through the many stages of the book's development and interpretation.

Reviews

'Barton’s discussion is accessible for a broad audience.'

Source: Interpretation: A Journal of Bible and Theology

'It naturally becomes the prime port of call for those interested in the theological significance of Amos … this is a lucid and thoughtful account of Amos, both the prophet and the book, which can hardly fail to give the reader a fresh appreciation.'

Walter Moberly Source: Theology

'Barton's work is a new standard for the theological analysis of biblical books and highly recommended for students and scholars alike.'

Source: Religious Studies Review

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Contents

Contents
References
Further Reading
Commentaries on Amos
Andersen, Francis I.Freedman, David N.Amos: A New Translation with Notes and CommentaryNew YorkDoubleday 1989
Jeremias, JörgThe Book of Amos: A CommentaryStott, D. W.German orig 1995
Mays, James LutherAmos: A CommentaryLondonSCM 1969
Paul, Shalom M.Amos: A Commentary on the Book of AmosCross, F. M.MinneapolisFortress 1991
Wolff, Hans WalterJoel and Amos: A Commentary on the Books of the Prophets Joel and AmosPhiladelphiaFortress 1977
General Studies

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