Hosea 7:11

Ephraim also is like a silly dove without heart: they call to Egypt, they go to Assyria.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Hosea 7:11

BSB
So Ephraim has become like a silly, senseless dove-calling out to Egypt, then turning to Assyria.
AKJV
Ephraim also is like a silly dove without heart: they call to Egypt, they go to Assyria.
CPDV
And Ephraim has become like a pigeon that has been led astray, not having a heart; for they called upon Egypt, they went to the Assyrians.
ERV
And Ephraim is like a silly dove, without understanding: they call unto Egypt, they go to Assyria.
NHEB
"Ephraim is like an easily deceived dove, without understanding. They call to Egypt. They go to Assyria.
SMT
And Ephraim will be as an enticed dove, not a heart: they called Egypt, they went to Assur.

Commentary for Hosea 7:11

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Hosea 7:11
Summary
Ephraim foolishly seeks help from foreign powers
Place
Ephraim
Event
Ephraim seeks foreign aid
Estimated Time Period
c. 750 BC
Category
Judgment