Amos, an ancient prophet, believed that true religion entails being just and righteous, rather than merely engaging in external religious practices such as sacrifices, holy feasts, assemblies, fasting, and praying. In other words, he believed that one's actions towards others and the world around them are more important than performing religious rituals. Therefore, a person who is honest, fair, and compassionate is more genuinely religious than someone who performs religious rituals without reflecting on their behavior towards others.