Hosea
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Hosea in the Bible?
Hosea was a prophet active in the Northern Kingdom of Israel during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah of Judah, and Jeroboam II of Israel.
SIGNIFICANCE
Hosea's ministry provides valuable insight into the spiritual state of Northern Israel during a tumultuous period in its history.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Hosea reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Hosea in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Hosea clarify?
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Hosea." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/hosea/