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Don't Confuse Blessings with Approval
The commentators explain that Israel's rejoicing was misplaced. They celebrated material prosperity while ignoring their spiritual decay. Hosea's warning teaches that temporary blessings are not a sign of God's approval. True joy is found in faithfulness to God, not in favorable circumstances that can mask deep-seated sin.
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Albert Barnes
On Hosea 9:1
18th Century
Theologian
Rejoice not, O Israel, for joy, as other people - Literally, “rejoice not to exultation,” so as to bound and leap for joy ().
The prop…
Charles Ellicott
On Hosea 9:1
19th Century
Bishop
For joy.—Better, to exultation. The harlot’s hire on every corn-floor expresses in bold imagery the prophet’s sc…
John Calvin
On Hosea 9:1
16th Century
Theologian
It is not known at what time the Prophet delivered this discourse, but it is enough to know that it is directed against the obstinate wickedness of…
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John Gill
On Hosea 9:1
17th Century
Pastor
Rejoice not, O Israel, for joy, as [other] people
But rather mourn and lament, since such a load of guilt lay upon t…
Matthew Henry
On Hosea 9:1–6
17th Century
Minister
Israel gave rewards to their idols, in the offerings presented to them. It is common for those who are stingy in religion, to be lavish in indulgin…