Language:
German
Year of publication:
2016
Titel der Quelle:
Biblica
Angaben zur Quelle:
97,3 (2016) 342-359
Keywords:
Bible. Criticism, interpretation, etc.
;
Judgment Day Biblical teaching
;
Hope Biblical teaching
Abstract:
In Hosea 3 we find a reflection on the situation of the Northern-Israelites after the destruction of Samaria. The text, except for some slight additions, was originally composed shortly after 720 BCE by Northern Israelites and is part of an early composition of Hosea-materials. The fall of the Northern Kingdom is caused by the crimes denounced by Hosea and brought about by the divine judgment he had announced. The events therefore confirm Hosea's prediction. Israel's punishment is interpreted as an educational trial meant to make Israel return to YHWH. Hence, there is hope for restoration and a better future after the judgment.
DOI:
10.2143/BIB.97.3.3183490
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