Hosea 14:6 Meaning
His branches shall spread, and his beauty shall be as the olive tree, and his smell as Lebanon.
Context Explained
4I will heal their backsliding, I will love them freely: for mine anger is turned away from him.
5I will be as the dew unto Israel: he shall grow as the lily, and cast forth his roots as Lebanon.
6His branches shall spread, and his beauty shall be as the olive tree, and his smell as Lebanon.
7They that dwell under his shadow shall return; they shall revive as the corn, and grow as the vine: the scent thereof shall be as the wine of Lebanon.
8Ephraim shall say, What have I to do any more with idols? I have heard him, and observed him: I am like a green fir tree. From me is thy fruit found.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Psalm 104:16
Both passages highlight the beauty and provision of God's creation.
Isaiah 61:3
God's promise of beauty and restoration for His people.
John 15:5
Jesus describes Himself as the vine, emphasizing growth and connection.
Source: Hosea 14:6