Hosea 12 Comparison: American Standard Version vs Berean Study Bible
Hosea 12
1Ephraim feedeth on wind, and followeth after the east wind: he continually multiplieth lies and desolation; and they make a covenant with Assyria, and oil is carried into Egypt.
2Jehovah hath also a controversy with Judah, and will punish Jacob according to his ways; according to his doings will he recompense him.
3In the womb he took his brother by the heel; and in his manhood he had power with God:
4yea, he had power over the angel, and prevailed; he wept, and made supplication unto him: he found him at Beth-el, and there he spake with us,
5even Jehovah, the God of hosts; Jehovah is his memorial name.
6Therefore turn thou to thy God: keep kindness and justice, and wait for thy God continually.
7He isa trafficker, the balances of deceit are in his hand: he loveth to oppress.
8And Ephraim said, Surely I am become rich, I have found me wealth: in all my labors they shall find in me no iniquity that were sin.
9But I am Jehovah thy God from the land of Egypt; I will yet again make thee to dwell in tents, as in the days of the solemn feast.
10I have also spoken unto the prophets, and I have multiplied visions; and by the ministry of the prophets have I used similitudes.
11Is Gilead iniquity? they are altogether false; in Gilgal they sacrifice bullocks; yea, their altars are as heaps in the furrows of the field.
12And Jacob fled into the field of Aram, and Israel served for a wife, and for a wife he kept sheep.
13And by a prophet Jehovah brought Israel up out of Egypt, and by a prophet was he preserved.
14Ephraim hath provoked to anger most bitterly: therefore shall his blood be left upon him, and his reproach shall his Lord return unto him.
Hosea 12
1Ephraim chases the wind and pursues the east wind all day long; he multiplies lies and violence; he makes a covenant with Assyria and sends olive oil to Egypt.
2The LORD also brings a charge against Judah. He will punish Jacob according to his ways and repay him according to his deeds.
3In the womb he grasped his brother’s heel, and in his vigor he wrestled with God.
4Yes, he struggled with the angel and prevailed; he wept and sought His favor; he found Him at Bethel and spoke with Him there—
5the LORD is the God of Hosts— the LORD is His name of renown.
6But you must return to your God, maintaining love and justice, and always waiting on your God.
7A merchant loves to defraud with dishonest scales in his hands.
8And Ephraim boasts: “How rich I have become! I have found wealth for myself. In all my labors, they can find in me no iniquity that is sinful.”
9But I am the LORD your God ever since the land of Egypt. I will again make you dwell in tents, as in the days of the appointed feast.
10I spoke through the prophets and multiplied their visions; I gave parables through the prophets.
11Is there iniquity in Gilead? They will surely come to nothing. Do they sacrifice bulls in Gilgal? Indeed, their altars will be heaps of stones in the furrows of the field.
12Jacob fled to the land of Aram and Israel worked for a wife— for a wife he tended sheep.
13But by a prophet the LORD brought Israel out of Egypt, and by a prophet he was preserved.
14Ephraim has provoked bitter anger, so his Lord will leave his bloodguilt upon him and repay him for his contempt.
Understanding American Standard Version vs Berean Study Bible in Hosea 12
American Standard Version (ASV)
A highly literal translation known for accuracy and adherence to the original Hebrew and Greek. Consistent word choices make it excellent for careful study and cross-referencing. A strong pick for readers who want a precise, classic-modern English Bible.
Berean Study Bible (BSB)
A modern translation balancing readability with faithfulness to the original texts. Written in clear, contemporary English for both reading and study. A strong all-around choice for daily use.
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Key Comparison: Hosea 12:1
"Ephraim feedeth on wind, and followeth after the east wind: he continually multiplieth lies and desolation; and they make a covenant with Assyria, and oil is carried into Egypt."
"Ephraim chases the wind and pursues the east wind all day long; he multiplies lies and violence; he makes a covenant with Assyria and sends olive oil to Egypt."
