Hosea 11:2 kjva — As they called them, so they went from them: they sacrificed unto Baalim, and burned incense to graven images.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"As they called them, so they went from them: they sacrificed unto Baalim, and burned incense to graven images."

— Hosea 11:2, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Hosea 11 — Context

1

When Israel was a child, then I loved him, and called my son out of Egypt.

2

As they called them, so they went from them: they sacrificed unto Baalim, and burned incense to graven images.

3

I taught Ephraim also to go, taking them by their arms; but they knew not that I healed them.

4

I drew them with cords of a man, with bands of love: and I was to them as they that take off the yoke on their jaws, and I laid meat unto them.

5

He shall not return into the land of Egypt, but the Assyrian shall be his king, because they refused to return.

Hosea 11:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Hosea 11:2 say?
Hosea 11:2 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “As they called them, so they went from them: they sacrificed unto Baalim, and burned incense to graven images.”
Where is Hosea 11:2 in the Bible?
Hosea 11:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Hosea, chapter 11, 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 11:2.
What translation should I read Hosea 11:2 in?
Hosea 11:2 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 11:2?
Hosea 11:2 reads (KJVA): “As they called them, so they went from them: they sacrificed unto Baalim, and burned incense to graven images.” 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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