Introduction:
Osee is the Greek form of the name Hosea, a significant prophet in the Old Testament. The name Osee appears in the New Testament, specifically in the book of Romans, where the Apostle Paul references the prophet Hosea. The name means "salvation" or "deliverance," reflecting the central themes of Hosea's prophetic ministry.

Biblical References:
The name Osee is mentioned in Romans 9:25, where Paul writes, "As He says in Hosea: 'I will call them My people who are not My people, and I will call her My beloved who is not My beloved.'" . This citation refers to Hosea 2:23, highlighting God's promise of restoration and inclusion of the Gentiles into His covenant community.

Historical Context:
Hosea, or Osee, was a prophet to the northern kingdom of Israel during the 8th century BC, a time marked by political instability and spiritual decline. His ministry occurred during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah in Judah, and Jeroboam II in Israel (Hosea 1:1). Hosea's prophetic work was primarily directed towards Israel, warning of impending judgment due to their idolatry and unfaithfulness to God.

Themes and Message:
The book of Hosea is renowned for its vivid imagery and symbolic actions, particularly Hosea's marriage to Gomer, a woman described as adulterous. This marriage serves as a metaphor for Israel's unfaithfulness to God through idolatry and alliances with foreign nations. Despite Israel's infidelity, Hosea's message is one of hope and redemption, emphasizing God's steadfast love and mercy. Hosea 14:4 states, "I will heal their apostasy; I will freely love them, for My anger has turned away from them." .

Theological Significance:
Osee's message underscores the themes of covenant faithfulness and divine love. His prophecies highlight the tension between God's justice and mercy, illustrating the consequences of sin while offering the hope of restoration. The Apostle Paul's reference to Osee in Romans emphasizes the inclusivity of God's salvation plan, extending His grace beyond Israel to the Gentiles.

Legacy and Influence:
The prophetic ministry of Osee has had a lasting impact on both Jewish and Christian theology. His portrayal of God's relationship with Israel as a marriage covenant has influenced the understanding of divine love and faithfulness. The New Testament's use of Hosea's prophecies underscores their enduring relevance and the fulfillment of God's promises through Jesus Christ.

Conclusion:
Osee, as a prophetic figure, serves as a powerful reminder of God's unwavering love and the call to repentance. His life and message continue to resonate, offering insights into the nature of God's covenant with His people and the hope of redemption for all who turn to Him.OSEE

o'-ze, o'-se (Hosee): the King James Version in Romans 9:25; the prophet Hosea (thus the Revised Version (British and American)).

5617. Hosee -- Hosea, an Israelite prophet
... prophet NASB Word Usage Hosea (1). Osee. Of Hebrew origin (Howshea'); Hosee (ie
Hoshea), an Israelite -- Osee. see HEBREW Howshea'. (osee) -- 1 Occurrence. ...
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Whether God Ought to be Obeyed in all Things?
... Abraham to slay his innocent son (Gn.22); and the Jews to steal the property of
the Egyptians (Ex.11), which things are contrary to justice; and Osee to take ...
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Chapter i.
... 4 mlkym Ouammelch Dabid [430] ysyh ,ysyhv Iessia Esaias Isaias yrmyh ,yrmyhv Ieremia
Ieremias Ieremias ychzq'l Iezekiel Iezekiel Ezechiel hvs Hosee Osee yv'l ...
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Excerpts of Theodotus;
... And that this is true, the Lord said to Osee, "Go, take to thyself a wife of
fornication, and children of fornication: because the land committing fornication ...
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Whether the Natural Law Can be Changed?
... slay his innocent son (Gn.22:2); and when he ordered the Jews to borrow and purloin
the vessels of the Egyptians (Ex.12:35); and when He commanded Osee to take ...
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Whether Simple Fornication is a Mortal Sin?
... But the Lord commanded (Osee 1:2): "Go take thee a wife of fornications, and have
of her children of fornications." Therefore fornication is not a mortal sin. ...
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That Divine Inspirations Leave us in Full Liberty to Follow or ...
... I will draw them, says he by Osee, with the cords of Adam, with the bands of love,
[99] and of friendship. ... Footnotes: [98] Acts 9:15. [99] Osee xi. 4. ...
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Whether the Old Law Enjoined Fitting Precepts Concerning Rulers?
... Hence it is written (Osee 13:11): "I will give thee a king in My wrath"; and (Osee
8:4): "They have reigned, but not by Me: they have been princes, and I knew ...
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The Name Jesus and Also the Name Christ were Known from the ...
... of the Scriptures, and as having no sense, and contends that Osee is the proper
form, Osee meaning "Salvator." The same corruption (Auses) occurs also in ...
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Index of Texts Quoted or Explained
... Lamentations. iii.19; 63. Daniel. ix.14; 160 ix.18, 19; 147 x.12, 13; 165. Osee.
xiv.3; 120. Habacuc. ii.4; 190. Malachi. i.6; 36 iii.14; 72. ...
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But in Samaria, Zacharia the King, who was Very Wicked...
... seized the kingdom. Ere long being cut off by Osee, he lost the sovereignty
by the same crime by which he had received it. This man ...
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Osee (1 Occurrence)
...OSEE. o'-ze, o'-se (Hosee): the King James Version in Romans 9:25; the prophet Hosea
(thus the Revised Version (British and American)). ...Osee (1 Occurrence). ...
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Oseas
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia OSEAS. o-ze'-as, o-se'-as:
"Osee" in 2 Esdras 1:39; the prophet Hosea. ...
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Vulgate
... Septuagint. Elsewhere Jerome actually gives the Greek words (of the Septuagint)
as found in editione vulgata (Commentary in Osee 7 13). ...
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Osh (1 Occurrence)

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Hosea (6 Occurrences)
... 1. Name: The name (hoshea Septuagint Osee-; for other forms see note in DB), probably
meaning "help," seems to have been not uncommon, being derived from the ...
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