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Hosea 8:9

King James Version (KJV)

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Hosea 8:9

Verse 9 of 14

Scripture focus

For they are gone up to Assyria, a wild ass alone by himself: Ephraim hath hired lovers.

Hosea 8:9 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Hosea 8:9

Theological / Devotional

A wild ass. This animal, with his willful and ungovernable ways, is used here to portray the behavior and disposition of Ephraim in turning to Assyria and in participating in pagan and idolatrous practices. Hath hired lovers. These are the Assyrians with whom, as a wanton harlot, Israel had illicit relations, and to whom she shamelessly gave presents (payment of tribute).

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