“For the Three Sins”: Amos’ Oracles Against the Nations. A Study in Prophetic Rhetoric

The book of Amos, perhaps the earliest of our literary prophets, begins with a series of prophecies aimed at the nations that surround Israel. We analyze the rhetoric used by the prophet from Tekoa and assess the intended impact on his audience, revealing the rhetorical genius of the Navi.
 

In memory of Rosina Pardo Korda, Shoshana Bat Saadi Z”L, who learned, loved, celebrated, and performed Torah and Mitzvot with all of her heart and soul.