5 figures
Prophet of God to the Northern Kingdom of Israel.
Hosea is commanded by God to marry Gomer, symbolizing Israel's unfaithfulness to God. His life and marriage serve as a prophetic message to Israel about their spiritual adultery.
Wife of Hosea, symbolizing Israel's unfaithfulness.
Gomer's unfaithfulness to Hosea represents Israel's spiritual adultery and idolatry against God. Her relationship with Hosea is a living parable of God's relationship with Israel.
First son of Hosea and Gomer, symbolizing God's judgment.
The name Jezreel signifies God's impending judgment on the house of Jehu for the bloodshed at Jezreel and the end of the kingdom of Israel.
Daughter of Hosea and Gomer, symbolizing God's withdrawal of mercy.
Her name means 'not loved' or 'no mercy,' indicating that God will no longer show mercy to the house of Israel.
Second son of Hosea and Gomer, symbolizing the broken relationship between God and Israel.
His name means 'not my people,' signifying that Israel is no longer recognized as God's people due to their unfaithfulness.