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Document Details : Title: Eine zweite Chance für Israel? Subtitle: Gericht und Hoffnung in Hos 3,1-5 Author(s): WEINGART, Kristin Journal: Biblica Volume: 97 Issue: 3 Date: 2016 Pages: 342-359 DOI: 10.2143/BIB.97.3.3183490 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. |
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