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Hosea 7:12

Hosea 7:12
When they shall go, I will spread my net upon them; I will bring them down as the fowls of the heaven; I will chastise them, as their congregation hath heard.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

When they shall go,.... That is, to Egypt or Assyria:

I will spread my net upon them; bring them into great straits…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

When they go - (Literally, “according as” they go, in all circumstances of time or place or manner, when whithersoever…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

When they shall go - To those nations for help: -

I will spread my net upon them - I will cause them to be taken by…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Hosea 7:8-16

Having seen how vicious and corrupt the court was, we now come to enquire how it is with the country, and we find that…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

When they shall go Rather, As soon as they go.

I will spread my net The image of Jehovah's net is not a frequent one;…