Hosea 4:9

9 And it will be, like people, 1like priest; So I will 2punish them for their ways And repay them for their deeds.

Hosea 4:9 In-Context

7 The more they multiplied, the more they sinned against Me; I will change their glory into shame.
8 They feed on the sin of My people And direct their desire toward their iniquity.
9 And it will be, like people, like priest; So I will punish them for their ways And repay them for their deeds.
10 They will eat, but not have enough; They will play the harlot, but not increase, Because they have stopped giving heed to the LORD .
11 Harlotry, wine and new wine take away the understanding.

Cross References 2

  • 1. Isaiah 24:2; Jeremiah 5:31
  • 2. Hosea 8:13; Hosea 9:9
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