Book of Hosea
14
Chapters
197
Verses
1
Cross-Refs
1
Sub-Topics
Quick Facts
- Author
- Hosea
- Date Written
- c. 755-715 BC
- Category
- Minor Prophets
- Chapters
- 14
- Verses
- 197
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Etymology
- “Hoshea, savior”, “safety”
About the Book of Hosea
The book of Hosea uniquely blends a poignant love narrative with a solemn tragedy, offering a prophetic message that channels the prophet’s personal heartbreak into a profound revelation of God’s heart. God instructs Hosea to wed Gomer, a woman who will betray him, serving as a vivid symbol of Israel’s spiritual infidelity toward their covenant God. Through this painful experience, Hosea gains insight into the profound sorrow of God’s love wounded by His people's unfaithfulness. The book boldly confronts Israel’s idolatry while affirming that God’s covenant love endures even when rejected, portraying a faithful God who relentlessly seeks His unfaithful bride with unyielding grace.
Read the full Hosea study guide →Famous Verses
“I desired mercy, and not sacrifice.”
Hosea 6:6
“I will heal their backsliding, I will love them freely.”
Hosea 14:4
“My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge.”
Hosea 4:6
Topical Index
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Key Verses
Romans 9:25
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