Hosea 12:8 cpdv — And Ephraim has said, “Nevertheless, I have become rich; I have found an idol for myself. All of my labors will not rev…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And Ephraim has said, “Nevertheless, I have become rich; I have found an idol for myself. All of my labors will not reveal to me the iniquity that I have committed.” "

— Hosea 12:8, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Hosea 12 — Context

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And the Lord God of hosts, the Lord is his memorial.

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And so, you should convert to your God. Keep mercy and judgment, and have hope in your God always.

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Canaan, in his hand is a deceitful balance, he has chosen false accusations.

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And Ephraim has said, “Nevertheless, I have become rich; I have found an idol for myself. All of my labors will not reveal to me the iniquity that I have committed.”

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And I, the Lord your God from the land of Egypt, nevertheless will cause you to dwell in tabernacles, just as during the days of the feast.

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And I have spoken through the prophets, and I have multiplied visions, and I have used parables through the hands of the prophets.

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If Gilead is an idol, then they have been sacrificing cattle in Gilgal to no purpose. For even their altars are like clutter on the soil of the field.

Hosea 12:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Hosea 12:8 say?
Hosea 12:8 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And Ephraim has said, “Nevertheless, I have become rich; I have found an idol for myself. All of my labors will not reveal to me the iniquity that I have committed.” ”
Where is Hosea 12:8 in the Bible?
Hosea 12:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Hosea, chapter 12, verse 8.
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 12:8.
What translation should I read Hosea 12:8 in?
Hosea 12:8 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 12:8?
Hosea 12:8 reads (CPDV): “And Ephraim has said, “Nevertheless, I have become rich; I have found an idol for myself. All of my labors will not reveal to me the iniquity that I have committed.” ” 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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