1. kata ton logon efraim dikaiwmata autoV elaben en tw israhl kai eqeto auta th baal kai apeqanen
2. kai proseqeto tou amartanein eti kai epoihsan eautoiV cwneuma ek tou arguriou autwn kat' eikona eidwlwn erga tektonwn suntetelesmena autoiV autoi legousin qusate anqrwpouV moscoi gar ekleloipasin
3. dia touto esontai wV nefelh prwinh kai wV drosoV orqrinh poreuomenh wsper cnouV apofuswmenoV af' alwnoV kai wV atmiV apo akridwn
4. egw de kurioV o qeoV sou sterewn ouranon kai ktizwn ghn ou ai ceireV ektisan pasan thn stratian tou ouranou kai ou paredeixa soi auta tou poreuesqai opisw autwn kai egw anhgagon se ek ghV aiguptou kai qeon plhn emou ou gnwsh kai swzwn ouk estin parex emou
5. egw epoimainon se en th erhmw en gh aoikhtw
6. kata taV nomaV autwn kai eneplhsqhsan eiV plhsmonhn kai uywqhsan ai kardiai autwn eneka toutou epelaqonto mou
7. kai esomai autoiV wV panqhr kai wV pardaliV kata thn odon assuriwn
8. apanthsomai autoiV wV arkoV aporoumenh kai diarrhxw sugkleismon kardiaV autwn kai katafagontai autouV ekei skumnoi drumou qhria agrou diaspasei autouV
9. th diafqora sou israhl tiV bohqhsei
10. pou o basileuV sou outoV kai diaswsatw se en pasaiV taiV polesin sou krinatw se on eipaV doV moi basilea kai arconta
11. kai edwka soi basilea en orgh mou kai escon en tw qumw mou
12. sustrofhn adikiaV efraim egkekrummenh h amartia autou
13. wdineV wV tiktoushV hxousin autw outoV o uioV sou ou fronimoV dioti ou mh uposth en suntribh teknwn
14. ek ceiroV adou rusomai autouV kai ek qanatou lutrwsomai autouV pou h dikh sou qanate pou to kentron sou adh paraklhsiV kekruptai apo ofqalmwn mou
15. dioti outoV ana meson adelfwn diastelei epaxei anemon kauswna kurioV ek thV erhmou ep' auton kai anaxhranei taV flebaV autou exerhmwsei taV phgaV autou autoV kataxhranei thn ghn autou kai panta ta skeuh ta epiqumhta autou
Footnotes:
13:1-3 - Ephraim's sin is compared to the decay of the flesh, reflecting the gravity of his transgression. When the people prosper, they forget God and seek their own security rather than trusting in Him. God's judgment is inevitable for those who reject His sovereignty (see also Deuteronomy 32:15 and Isaiah 59:2).
13:4-6 - Rejecting God's grace and pursuing idols results in spiritual decline. God reminds us that He was the one who freed Israel from slavery in Egypt, and it is only He who can offer true freedom and prosperity (see also Exodus 20:2-3 and John 8:36).
13:7-11 - God promises to bring judgment against Ephraim for their idolatry, comparing His actions to those of a lion devouring its prey. The message is clear: God is faithful to His justice, and if the people do not repent, the punishment will be severe (see also Amos 1:2 and Revelation 19:11).
13:12-16 - Ephraim's tragedy is described as a painful death, symbolizing the people's suffering due to their rejection of God. The destruction of Samaria and the end of Jeroboam's dynasty are anticipated as a consequence of his rebellion (see also Jeremiah 8:20 and Matthew 24:2).
Verses related to Oséias, 13:
Hosea chapter 13 announces the final judgment on Israel. What are the ultimate consequences of apostasy? This harsh text compares the fall of Israel to the dissipation of the morning fog, addressing themes such as idolatry, ingratitude, and God's sovereignty in judgment. The chapter, however, does not end without hope, alluding to future redemption. Hosea 13 reveals both the seriousness of sin and the possibility of restoration. Consider with us five biblical passages that elucidate the crucial themes of this impactful chapter.
1 Corinthians 15:55: "Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?'" - Paul quotes Hosea 13:14, reinterpreting it in light of Christ's victory over death.
Revelation 13:2: "The beast that I saw was like a leopard, but it had feet like a bear and a mouth like a lion. The dragon gave the beast his power, his throne and great authority." - This image of fierce animals echoes the metaphors used in Hosea 13:7-8 to describe God's judgment.
Deuteronomy 32:39: "See now that I am the only God! There is no one other than me. I give death and make life, I wound and I will heal, and no one can escape from my hand'." - This verse reflects the theme of Hosea 13:4, where God asserts his oneness and sovereignty.
Ezekiel 34:23-24: "I will put one shepherd over them, my servant David, and he will feed them; he will pasture them and be their shepherd. I, the Lord, will be their God, and my servant David will be their leader among them. I, the Lord, have spoken." - This promise from a Davidic shepherd contrasts with the king's rejection in Hosea 13:10-11.
John 3:14-15: "Just as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so the Son of Man must also be lifted up, so that whoever believes in him may have eternal life." - This verse offers a Christological interpretation of salvation, echoing themes from Hosea 13:14.
FAQ:
What does Hosea 13 say about Israel's idolatry?
Israel is rebuked for their idolatry, and God warns that because of their idol worship, they will suffer destruction. (Hosea 13:2-3)
How does God describe the destruction of Israel in Hosea 13?
God describes destruction as inevitable because of Israel's rebellion and idolatry, and they will be punished for their turning away from Him. (Hosea 13:3-16)
What does God's lament in Hosea 13:8 mean?
God's lament in Hosea 13:8 reflects His disgust at Israel's betrayal, comparing Himself to a lion ready to devour its prey. (Hosea 13:8)
What can we learn about God's mercy from Hosea 13?
Even in the face of imminent destruction, God offers Israel a chance for repentance and restoration, demonstrating His mercy. (Hosea 13:14)
What is promised to Israel after repentance in Hosea 13?
God promises to rescue Israel from death and destruction, offering forgiveness and restoration if the people repent and return to Him. (Hosea 13:14)
