Hoshea: Perek 2

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Summary and Transcription

Hoshea Perek 2

  • This perek is a prophecy of redemption.

  • “Am Yisrael will be as many as the sands of the sea”

  • Klal Yisrael’s name will be changed to “Bnei-El-Chai”, meaning children of the living God.

  • The ultimate redeemer will reveal himself as the Mashiach.

  • The perek relates a parable about how Yisrael’s worship of idols is akin to them being with a prostitute.

  • “The nation is no longer faithful to Me”, says God”

  • The navi relates how the Jewish people’s relationship with God will change from one of fear to one of love.

  • “You will be My bride forever.”

  • Word will spread throughout the entire world that the Jewish people are God’s nation.