The king that reigned in Samaria during the prophecies of Amos and Hosea was

A.

Jeroboam, the son of Nebat

B.

Jeroboam, the son of Joash

C.

Ahab, the son of Omri

D.

Jehoash, the son of Jehoaz

Correct answer is A

Hosea and Amos were active during the reigns of Jeroboam II of Israel when Samaria was the capital city and Uzziah of Judah. Jeroboam II was the son and successor of Jehoash also spelled Joash.

1 Kings chapter 12 verse 2.