Hosea 10:2 web — Their heart is divided. Now they will be found guilty. He will demolish their altars. He will destroy their sacred ston…

World English Bible

"Their heart is divided. Now they will be found guilty. He will demolish their altars. He will destroy their sacred stones."

— Hosea 10:2, World English Bible

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Hosea 10 — Context

1

Israel is a luxuriant vine that puts forth his fruit. According to the abundance of his fruit he has multiplied his altars. As their land has prospered, they have adorned their sacred stones.

2

Their heart is divided. Now they will be found guilty. He will demolish their altars. He will destroy their sacred stones.

3

Surely now they will say, "We have no king; for we don't fear Yahweh; and the king, what can he do for us?"

4

They make promises, swearing falsely in making covenants. Therefore judgment springs up like poisonous weeds in the furrows of the field.

5

The inhabitants of Samaria will be in terror for the calves of Beth Aven; for its people will mourn over it, Along with its priests who rejoiced over it, for its glory, because it has departed from it.

Hosea 10:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Hosea 10:2 say?
Hosea 10:2 in the World English Bible reads: “Their heart is divided. Now they will be found guilty. He will demolish their altars. He will destroy their sacred stones.”
Where is Hosea 10:2 in the Bible?
Hosea 10:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Hosea, chapter 10, verse 2.
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 10:2.
What translation should I read Hosea 10:2 in?
Hosea 10:2 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 10:2?
Hosea 10:2 reads (WEB): “Their heart is divided. Now they will be found guilty. He will demolish their altars. He will destroy their sacred stones.” 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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