Hoshea Summary
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Hoshea, the son of Azaziah, was the leader of the half-tribe of Ephraim during King David's reign.
chief officer for the Ephraimites, son of Azaziah (1CH 27:20)
Lineage: Azaziah › Hoshea
Names
- en Hoshea
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Hoshea
· Also called · H1954 none · 1CH 27:20 salvation
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הוֹשֵׁ֥עַ
hoshea · H1954 · 1CH 27:20 salvation
- he הוֹשֵׁעַ · H1954H
- el Ωση Ōsē · none · 1CH 27:20
- bg Осия
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Family of origin
- Father: Azaziah
- Mother: Unknown
Hoshea Article
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Hoshea, the son of Azaziah, is mentioned in 1Ch 27:20 as the leader of the half-tribe of Ephraim during the reign of King David. This chapter lists the twelve leaders who were responsible for providing resources for the king and his household, each for one month of the year.
As the leader of Ephraim, Hoshea would have been responsible for overseeing the tribe's contributions and ensuring that they were delivered to the king's court when required. The fact that he is mentioned in this context suggests that he was a trusted and capable leader within his tribe.
The tribe of Ephraim, descended from Joseph's second son, was one of the most prominent and influential tribes in Israel. They were known for their military prowess and played a significant role in the nation's history.
Hoshea 2 Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
1 Chr. 27:20. The ruler of Ephraim in David’s time.
Sources: BibleData (CC BY 4.0, Hoshea_2) · STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0, Hoshea@1Ch.27.20) · Theographic Bible Metadata (CC BY-SA 4.0, hoshea_1560)