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Hosea

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Hosea — Variant transcription of Hoshe'a (see Hoshea). Hosea is one of the twelve minor prophets of the Old Testament, the author of the Book of Hosea. Written in the northern kingdom, it draws parallels between his relationship with his unfaithful wife and the relationship between God and his people.

Biblical namesake: Hosea was a prophet in the Old Testament, remembered for his messages of faithfulness and hope. He is the central figure of the Book of Hosea. (Hosea · Hosea 1, Hosea 3, Romans 9:25)

Biblical3 syllables · /hoʊˈzi.ə/

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