Hosea 7:11 asv — And Ephraim is like a silly dove, without understanding: they call unto Egypt, they go to Assyria.

American Standard Version

"And Ephraim is like a silly dove, without understanding: they call unto Egypt, they go to Assyria. "

— Hosea 7:11, American Standard Version

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Hosea 7 — Context

8

Ephraim, he mixeth himself among the peoples; Ephraim is a cake not turned.

9

Strangers have devoured his strength, and he knoweth it not: yea, gray hairs are here and there upon him, and he knoweth it not.

10

And the pride of Israel doth testify to his face: yet they have not returned unto Jehovah their God, nor sought him, for all this.

11

And Ephraim is like a silly dove, without understanding: they call unto Egypt, they go to Assyria.

12

When they shall go, I will spread my net upon them; I will bring them down as the birds of the heavens; I will chastise them, as their congregation hath heard.

13

Woe unto them! for they have wandered from me; destruction unto them! for they have trespassed against me: though I would redeem them, yet they have spoken lies against me.

14

And they have not cried unto me with their heart, but they howl upon their beds: they assemble themselves for grain and new wine; they rebel against me.

Hosea 7:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Hosea 7:11 say?
Hosea 7:11 in the American Standard Version reads: “And Ephraim is like a silly dove, without understanding: they call unto Egypt, they go to Assyria. ”
Where is Hosea 7:11 in the Bible?
Hosea 7:11 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Hosea, chapter 7, 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 7:11.
What translation should I read Hosea 7:11 in?
Hosea 7:11 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 7:11?
Hosea 7:11 reads (ASV): “And Ephraim is like a silly dove, without understanding: they call unto Egypt, they go to Assyria. ” 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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