The Function of the City of Jezreel and the Symbolism of Jezreel in Hosea 1-2.

The article discusses the societal function of the ancient city Jezreel, Israel and its symbolism within books 1-2 of the Old Testment's "Hosea." The relationship between the names of the biblical prophet Hosea's children, including Jezreel, Lo-ruhammah and Lo-ammi, and the city of Jezreel is discussed. An overview of the role that the God of Israel YHWH played within "Hosea," including in providing agriculture to the Israelites and in seeking the elimination of Israel's military, is provided. The prophet Hosea's desire for the Israelites' submission to YHWH is also discussed.