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Hosea 4:19
They are folded in the skirts of the wind; they will be shamed because of their offerings.
Hosea 4:19 · Bible in Basic English
Hosea 4:19 in other translations
The wind hath bound her up in her wings, and they shall be ashamed because of their sacrifices.
The whirlwind has wrapped them in its wings, and their sacrifices will bring them shame.
The wind has wrapped her up in its wings; and they shall be disappointed because of their sacrifices.
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In context
16 For Israel is uncontrolled, like a cow which may not be controlled; now will the Lord give them food like a lamb in a wide place.
17 Ephraim is joined to false gods; let him be.
18 Their drink has become bitter; they are completely false; her rulers take pleasure in shame.
19 They are folded in the skirts of the wind; they will be shamed because of their offerings.
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