Hosea the Prophet in the Bible — God's Love That Does Not Quit

Hosea was commanded by God to marry Gomer, knowing she would be unfaithful — so that his broken marriage would become a living parable of Israel's unfaithfulness to God. When Gomer left him, God commanded Hosea to go find her and buy her back. The theological message is one of the most powerful in the Old Testament: God pursues Israel not because they deserve it, but because his covenant love does not quit. Below are 6 key passages from the King James Version (KJV) on this theme.

What does the Bible say about hosea?

Who is Hosea in the Bible? The prophet commanded by God to marry an unfaithful woman as a living parable of Israel's spiritual adultery — then to pursue her back in love. Hosea 11:8 — 'How can I give you up, Ephraim?' — is one of Scripture's most breathtaking statements of divine love.

6 Bible Verses About Hosea (KJV)

“The beginning of the word of the Lord by Hosea. And the Lord said to Hosea, Go, take unto thee a wife of whoredoms and children of whoredoms: for the land hath committed great whoredom, departing from the Lord.”

Hosea 1:2 KJV Read Hosea chapter 1 →

“Then said the Lord unto me, Go yet, love a woman beloved of her friend, yet an adulteress, according to the love of the Lord toward the children of Israel, who look to other gods, and love flagons of wine.”

Hosea 3:1 KJV — Solomon's Wisdom — Ask for What You Want Read Hosea chapter 3 →

“Come, and let us return unto the Lord: for he hath torn, and he will heal us; he hath smitten, and he will bind us up.”

Hosea 6:1 KJV Read Hosea chapter 6 →

“Then shall we know, if we follow on to know the Lord: his going forth is prepared as the morning; and he shall come unto us as the rain, as the latter and former rain unto the earth.”

Hosea 6:3 KJV Read Hosea chapter 6 →

“How shall I give thee up, Ephraim? how shall I deliver thee, Israel? how shall I make thee as Admah? how shall I set thee as Zeboim? mine heart is turned within me, my repentings are kindled together.”

Hosea 11:8 KJV Read Hosea chapter 11 →

“And was there until the death of Herod: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, Out of Egypt have I called my son.”

Matthew 2:15 KJV Read Matthew chapter 2 →

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hosea in the Bible

What does the Bible say about hosea?
Hosea was commanded by God to marry Gomer, knowing she would be unfaithful — so that his broken marriage would become a living parable of Israel's unfaithfulness to God. When Gomer left him, God commanded Hosea to go find her and buy her back. The theological message is one of the most powerful in the Old Testament: God pursues Israel not because they deserve it, but because his covenant love does not quit. Key KJV passages: Hosea 1:2, Hosea 3:1, Hosea 6:1, Hosea 6:3, Hosea 11:8.
What are the best Bible verses about hosea?
The most important KJV passages on hosea include: Hosea 1:2, Hosea 3:1, Hosea 6:1, Hosea 6:3, Hosea 11:8. Read all 6 passages free at The Living Sword Bible — no account, no ads.
Where in the Bible does it talk about hosea?
The Bible addresses hosea throughout both Testaments. Key references include Hosea 1:2, Hosea 3:1, Hosea 6:1, Hosea 6:3, Hosea 11:8, Matthew 2:15. Explore every passage in context at thelivingsword.org.
What does the New Testament say about hosea?
New Testament scriptures on hosea: Matthew 2:15. Read them free at The Living Sword Bible.
What does the Old Testament say about hosea?
Old Testament scriptures on hosea: Hosea 1:2, Hosea 3:1, Hosea 6:1, Hosea 6:3. See them in full context free at The Living Sword.
How do I study Bible verses about hosea?
The Living Sword Bible app offers word-by-word study with original Hebrew and Greek, multiple translations (KJV, World English Bible, Geneva Bible, Young's Literal, ASV, Darby), cross-references, and an AI companion that answers only from Scripture. Read all 6 passages on hosea at thelivingsword.org — free, no account, no download required.

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