Read Hosea 7.1-7. In 7.1-16: Israel's political crimes. This speech focuses on the corruption of Israel's ruling elite by criticizing political intrigue at home (vv. 1-7) and alliances abroad (vv. 8-16). In verse 1: Samaria was Israel's capital through most of its history. In verses 4-7: Employing the image of a blazing oven, Hosea denounces the court officials responsible for numerous assassinations in Samaria. Four of the last six kings of Israel were killed in office. Comments or Questions..
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