Bible Dictionary
Hosea, Prophecies of
The prophecies of Hosea form a book of fourteen chapters focused on Israel’s idolatry, covenant unfaithfulness, coming judgment, and God’s promised mercy and restoration. The book is the first of the Minor Prophets.
Biblical Usage
Chapters 1–3 portray Israel’s apostasy and punishment through imagery drawn from marriage, while also declaring future repentance, forgiveness, and restoration. Chapters 4–14 summarize Hosea’s prophetic discourses. The New Testament contains quotations and allusions to Hosea.
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