Hosea 4:11 nasb — Harlotry, wine and new wine take away the understanding.

NASB

"Harlotry, wine and new wine take away the understanding."

— Hosea 4:11, NASB

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Hosea 4 — Context

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.

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Harlotry, wine and new wine take away the understanding.

12

My people consult their wooden idol, and their diviner's wand informs them; For a spirit of harlotry has led them astray, And they have played the harlot, departing from their God.

13

They offer sacrifices on the tops of the mountains And burn incense on the hills, Under oak, poplar and terebinth, Because their shade is pleasant. Therefore your daughters play the harlot And your brides commit adultery.

14

I will not punish your daughters when they play the harlot Or your brides when they commit adultery, For the men themselves go apart with harlots And offer sacrifices with temple prostitutes; So the people without understanding are ruined.

Hosea 4:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Hosea 4:11 say?
Hosea 4:11 in the NASB reads: “Harlotry, wine and new wine take away the understanding.”
Where is Hosea 4:11 in the Bible?
Hosea 4:11 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Hosea, chapter 4, verse 11.
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 4:11.
What translation should I read Hosea 4:11 in?
Hosea 4:11 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 4:11?
Hosea 4:11 reads (NASB): “Harlotry, wine and new wine take away the understanding.” 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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