Hosea

Uses the prophet's marriage as a symbol for Israel's unfaithfulness and God's faithful love.

Chapter 5

KJV - Hosea 5:9

Ephraim shall be desolate in the day of rebuke: among the tribes of Israel have I made known that which shall surely be.

In the day of scolding, Ephraim will be empty; I have told the tribes of Israel about what will definitely happen.

King James Version

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