Hosea is the first book of the twelve minor prophets. Because the times are outwardly prosperous, idolatry prevails and immorality is rampant. Hosea urges a return to God in order that He may show mercy and forgiveness.

Hosea 9

9:11 As for Ephraim, their glory shall fly away like a bird, from the birth, and from the womb, and from the conception.