Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Beeri was the father of Hosea, the prophet who authored the biblical book bearing his name.
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Beeri is mentioned in Hos.1.1 as the father of the prophet Hosea. The context of the passage is the introduction to the book of Hosea, which provides the historical and familial background of the prophet. Hosea is described as the son of Beeri and is said to have prophesied during the reigns of several kings of Judah and Israel. The mention of Beeri serves to establish Hosea's lineage and to provide a timeframe for his prophetic ministry.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H0882
This is the word of the LORD that came to Hosea son of Beeri in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, and of Jeroboam son of Jehoash, king of Israel.
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