Amos Ἀμώς
Son of Naum in Jesus' genealogy
Who is Amos in the Bible?
Amos was an ancestor of Jesus Christ mentioned in Luke 3:25 as the son of Naum. He appears in the genealogical record that traces Jesus' lineage back through the generations of Israel. While little else is known about Amos beyond this genealogical reference, his significance lies in his place within the line of descent leading to Jesus, demonstrating the historical continuity of God's promise throughout the generations of Israel.
Biography
Amos is mentioned in Luk.3.25 as an ancestor of Jesus Christ in his genealogy. He was the son of Naum.
Family
In Scripture
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- Luke 3:25
"the son of Mattathias, the son of Amos, the son of Nahum, the son of Esli, the son of Naggai,"
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Greek | Ἀμώς |