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A Lifelong Pursuit
The phrase "follow on to know the Lord" describes not a one-time event, but a continuous, active pursuit. Commentators explain this as a call to earnestly strive for a deeper, growing knowledge of God. This journey is progressive; light prepares the way for love, and love opens the mind for more light. It is an encouragement to persevere in seeking God, even through seasons of spiritual dryness or doubt.
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Hosea
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Albert Barnes
On Hosea 6:3
18th Century
Theologian
Then shall we know, if we follow on to know the Lord – Rather, “Then shall we know, shall follow on to know the Lord,” that is, we shall not…
Charles Ellicott
On Hosea 6:2–3
19th Century
Bishop
Render, So that we shall live in his presence, and shall know and strive after the knowledge of Jehovah, whose coming forth is sure, like the d…
John Calvin
On Hosea 6:3
16th Century
Theologian
In this verse the faithful pursue what we have previously considered, making the hope of salvation sure to themselves. Nor is it surprising that th…
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John Gill
On Hosea 6:3
17th Century
Pastor
Then shall we know, [if] we follow on to know the Lord
The word "if" is not in the original text, and the passage is…
Matthew Henry
On Hosea 6:1–3
17th Century
Minister
Those who have gone from God by consent, and as a group, drawing one another to sin, should, by consent and as a group, return to Him. This will be…