Contradiction with Jeremiah 1:5
This verse shows that Jeremiah was called by God as a prophet before his birth, whereas Amos was called while working as a herdsman, suggesting different timings and conditions of divine calling.
Jeremiah 1:5: Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, [and] I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations. [ordained: Heb. gave]
Contradiction with Exodus 4:10-12
Moses expresses reluctance and doubts about his ability to speak, yet God insists on his role, contrasting with Amos's straightforward acceptance of his calling.
Exodus 4:10-12: And Moses said unto the LORD, O my Lord, I [am] not eloquent, neither heretofore, nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant: but I [am] slow of speech, and of a slow tongue. [eloquent: Heb. a man of words] [heretofore: Heb. since yesterday, nor since the third day]
Contradiction with Isaiah 6:8
Isaiah volunteers to be sent, unlike Amos who was specifically called while performing a different occupation.
Isaiah 6:8: Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here [am] I; send me. [Here...: Heb. behold me]
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:11-13
God instructs Samuel to anoint David, who is chosen from tending sheep, indicating predetermined selection, in contrast to Amos's calling without prior prophetic lineage or expectation.
1 Samuel 16:11-13: And Samuel said unto Jesse, Are here all [thy] children? And he said, There remaineth yet the youngest, and, behold, he keepeth the sheep. And Samuel said unto Jesse, Send and fetch him: for we will not sit down till he come hither. [down: Heb. round]
Contradiction with Jonah 1:1-3
Jonah initially flees from God's command, opposing Amos's willing acceptance of his prophetic role.
Jonah 1:1-3: Now the word of the LORD came unto Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, [Jonah: Gr. Jonas]