Hosea 11:8
The Scripture
(8) How shall I give thee up, Ephraim? how shall I deliver thee, Israel? how shall I make thee as Admah? how shall I set thee as Zeboim? mine heart is turned within me, my repentings are kindled together.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the prophet Hosea describes the fate of the rebellious nation of Israel, warning that they will be destroyed by their own wickedness. He lists the consequences of their sins, such as famine, pestilence, and the loss of their children, emphasizing that God’s judgment is inevitable. The chapter underscores that only repentance and turning back to God can bring restoration.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Hosea 6:4Jeremiah 9:7Lamentations 3:33Matthew 23:37Luke 19:41Luke 19:42Genesis 14:8Genesis 19:24Genesis 19:25Deuteronomy 29:23Isaiah 1:9Isaiah 1:10
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