Hosea 4:1

The Lord Accuses Israel

¹ Hear the word of the LORD,
You children of Israel,
For the LORD brings a _a charge ₁ against the inhabitants of the land:
"There is no truth or mercy
Or _b knowledge of God in the land.

1. Cross References
   Isaiah 1:18
   Come now, and let us reason together," Says the LORD, "Though your sins are like scarlet, They shall be as white as snow; Though they are red like crimson, They shall be as wool.
   Hosea 12:2
   The LORD also brings a charge against Judah, And will punish Jacob according to his ways; According to his deeds He will recompense him.
   Micah 6:2
   Hear, O you mountains, the LORD's complaint, And you strong foundations of the earth; For the LORD has a complaint against His people, And He will contend with Israel.
   
2. Cross References
   Jeremiah 4:22
   "For My people are foolish, They have not known Me. They are silly children, And they have no understanding. They are wise to do evil, But to do good they have no knowledge."