Hosea 7:5 meaning and explanation

The princes are inflamed with wine on the day of our king; so he joins hands with those who mock him.

Hosea 7:5, Berean Standard Bible

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Hosea is speaking to the northern kingdom of Israel, called Ephraim here, during a time of political turmoil when kings rose and fell quickly. The day of our king was likely a royal celebration or coronation.

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