Hos 7:3 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Hos 7:3-7: 7:3-7 The northern kingdom of Israel saw a succession of seven different kings during the final twenty-five years of its existence, four of whom were assassinated by usurpers. This passage refers to the vicious and bloody political intrigue that characterized these years. 7:3 The prophet did not record the name of this king , but many believe he was Hoshea, the northern kingdom’s last monarch.

‏ Hosea 7:3

Summary for Hos 7:3-7: 7:3-7 ^a The northern kingdom of Israel saw a succession of seven different kings during the final twenty-five years of its existence, four of whom were assassinated by usurpers. This passage refers to the vicious and bloody political intrigue that characterized these years. 7:3 ^b The prophet did not record the name of this king, but many believe he was Hoshea, the northern kingdom’s last monarch.