Hosea 10:5 · KJV
"The inhabitants of Samaria shall fear because of the calves of Beth-aven: for the people thereof shall mourn over it, and the priests thereof that rejoiced on it, for the glory thereof, because it is departed from it."
King James Version
What does Hosea 10:5 mean? →Passage Context
Reflection Questions
How does this verse challenge your view of worship?
What does it mean for you to mourn over lost glory?
When have you experienced a loss related to your beliefs?
Life Application
Consider how your worship practices align with God's desires and seek to honor Him authentically.
Reflect on losses in your life and how they can lead to deeper understanding and growth.
Places in This Verse
Samaria was the capital of the Northern Kingdom of Israel and a center of idolatrous worship, particularly of the golden calves.
Beth-aven is associated with idolatry and was a place where the golden calves were worshipped, symbolizing Israel's rebellion against God.
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