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Gomer

Gomer Unfaithful Wife of Hosea

Old Testamentc. 755 BC View journey on map

About Gomer

Gomer was the wife of the prophet Hosea, whom he married at God's command. She was unfaithful to him, symbolizing Israel's spiritual unfaithfulness to God. Hosea purchased her back from slavery, illustrating God's redeeming love for His wayward people.

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Gomer's Character Traits

UnfaithfulRedeemedSymbolic

Gomer's Life Timeline

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  1. Marriagec. 755 BC

    Hosea marries Gomer, a woman of unfaithful character, at God's command.

    HOS 1:2-3

  2. Childrenc. 755-750 BC

    Gomer bears children with prophetic names: Jezreel, Lo-Ruhamah, Lo-Ammi.

    HOS 1:4-9

  3. Unfaithfulnessc. 748 BC

    Gomer leaves Hosea and eventually becomes a slave.

    HOS 2:5

  4. Redemptionc. 745 BC

    Hosea buys Gomer back from slavery, restoring her as his wife.

    HOS 3:1-3

Who is linked to Gomer

Who is linked to Gomer
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Gomer's Key Relationships

Hosea
HoseaFamily

Husband - Despite Gomer's unfaithfulness, Hosea loved and redeemed her.

Gomer's Key Locations

Kingdom of Israel
Kingdom of Israel

The nation Gomer represented in her unfaithfulness.

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Spiritual Lessons from Gomer

God Redeems the Unfaithful

Gomer represents Israel - and us - in our spiritual unfaithfulness. Yet God, like Hosea, pursues and redeems us at great cost, restoring us to relationship despite our betrayal.

Key Verses about Gomer

Hosea 1:2-3Hosea 3:1-3

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