Hosea 9:7 meaning and explanation
The days of punishment have come; the days of retribution have arrived— let Israel know it. The prophet is called a fool, and the inspired man insane, because of the greatness of your iniquity and hostility.
Hosea 9:7, Berean Standard Bible
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Hosea speaks to the northern kingdom of Israel as God's covenant partner who has broken faith. The "days of punishment" and "retribution" are the covenant curses for persistent idolatry, announced by a prophet whose message the people refuse.
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