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I will betroth you to me forever; yes, I will betroth you to me in righteousness, and in justice, and in lovingkindness, and in mercies.
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A New and Eternal Marriage
Commentators emphasize that God is not merely forgiving past sins but initiating a completely new relationship. He speaks of a new 'betrothal,' as if to a pure virgin, wiping the slate clean. Scholars like Calvin and Barnes highlight that this covenant is 'for ever,' providing a security and permanence that contrasts sharply with the previously broken covenant, offering profound assurance to the believer.
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Hosea
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And I will betroth her to Me forever - God does not say here, "I will forgive her;" "I will restore her;" "I will receive her back again;" "…
19th Century
Anglican
Then Jehovah, turning again to the wife of His youth, says to her, “I will betroth thee” (as at the first, when an undefiled youn…
Baptist
And I will betroth you to me forever;
What, this woman that had gone so far into evil? Can a man receive such a one back? No; but G…
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16th Century
Protestant
The Prophet here again makes known the manner in which God would receive his people into favor. As though the people had not violated the marriage …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And I will betroth you unto me for ever Which is taking them into a marriage relation with himself; and is to be understood no…
After these judgments the Lord would deal with Israel more gently. By the promise of rest in Christ we are invited to take His yoke upon us; and th…
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