KJV ORIGINAL
Ephraim is oppressed and broken in judgment, because he willingly walked after the commandment.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Ephraim is getting crushed and totally broken down because they chose to follow the wrong orders. They walked right into it with their eyes wide open.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes we get hurt because we willingly follow the wrong voice.
📚 Historical Context
Hosea was a prophet in the 8th century BC who ministered to the Northern Kingdom of Israel, often called Ephraim, during a time of political instability and idolatry. The people had turned away from God's laws to follow corrupt leaders and pagan practices, which invited judgment from foreign powers like Assyria. This verse specifically warns that their willing pursuit of false commandments led to oppression and national brokenness.
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