Hosea 10:10 asv — When it is my desire, I will chastise them; and the peoples shall be gathered against them, when they are bound to thei…

American Standard Version

"When it is my desire, I will chastise them; and the peoples shall be gathered against them, when they are bound to their two transgressions. "

— Hosea 10:10, American Standard Version

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Hosea 10 — Context

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As for Samaria, her king is cut off, as foam upon the water.

8

The high places also of Aven, the sin of Israel, shall be destroyed: the thorn and the thistle shall come up on their altars; and they shall say to the mountains, Cover us; and to the hills, Fall on us.

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O Israel, thou hast sinned from the days of Gibeah: there they stood; the battle against the children of iniquity doth not overtake them in Gibeah.

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When it is my desire, I will chastise them; and the peoples shall be gathered against them, when they are bound to their two transgressions.

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And Ephraim is a heifer that is taught, that loveth to tread out the grain; but I have passed over upon her fair neck: I will set a rider on Ephraim; Judah shall plow, Jacob shall break his clods.

12

Sow to yourselves in righteousness, reap according to kindness; break up your fallow ground; for it is time to seek Jehovah, till he come and rain righteousness upon you.

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Ye have plowed wickedness, ye have reaped iniquity; ye have eaten the fruit of lies; for thou didst trust in thy way, in the multitude of thy mighty men.

Hosea 10:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Hosea 10:10 say?
Hosea 10:10 in the American Standard Version reads: “When it is my desire, I will chastise them; and the peoples shall be gathered against them, when they are bound to their two transgressions. ”
Where is Hosea 10:10 in the Bible?
Hosea 10:10 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Hosea, chapter 10, verse 10.
Who wrote Hosea?
Hosea is traditionally attributed to Hosea son of Beeri. It was written c. 755–710 BC.
What is the book of Hosea about?
Hosea is commanded to marry an unfaithful woman as a living picture of God's steadfast love for an unfaithful Israel. Through heartbreak and pursuit, he proclaims that the LORD will not give up on his people even when they have given up on him.
What are the major themes of Hosea?
Hosea explores themes including Steadfast Love, Idolatry as Adultery, Pursuit, Repentance, Restoration. These themes shape the meaning and context of Hosea 10:10.
What translation should I read Hosea 10:10 in?
Hosea 10:10 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Hosea 10:10?
Hosea 10:10 reads (ASV): “When it is my desire, I will chastise them; and the peoples shall be gathered against them, when they are bound to their two transgressions. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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