Bible (ASV) 28: Hosea

The "Bible (ASV) 28: Hosea" is a book from the American Standard Version of the Bible. It tells the story of Hosea, a prophet who lived in Israel during the 8th century BCE. Hosea is one of the Twelve Prophets in the Jewish Hebrew Bible and is also known as one of the Minor Prophets in the Christian Old Testament. Not much is known about Hosea's personal life or social status, but according to the book, he was commanded by God to marry a prostitute named Gomer. Hosea lived in the Northern Kingdom of Israel during a turbulent time, around 740-725 BCE, which saw wars and the eventual capture of the kingdom by the Assyrians. The book portrays Hosea's family life as a reflection of Israel's unfaithfulness to God, with his children's names symbolizing the downfall of the ruling dynasty and the broken covenant with God. Hosea is often seen as a prophet who brings