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Hosea 12:1-6

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Ephraim Reminded

1Ephraim feeds on wind,
And pursues the east wind continually;
He multiplies lies and violence.
Moreover, he makes a covenant with Assyria,
And oil is brought to Egypt.
2The Lord also has a case against Judah,
And will punish Jacob according to his ways;
He will repay him according to his deeds.
3In the womb he took his brother by the heel,
And in his mature strength he contended with God.
4Yes, he wrestled with the angel and prevailed;
He wept and implored His favor.
He found Him at Bethel,
And there He spoke with us,
5And the Lord, the God of armies,
The Lord is His name.
6So as for you, return to your God,
Maintain kindness and justice,
And wait for your God continually.