Hos 13:14 | TNotes | STEP | 13:14 The term here translated the grave (Hebrew Sheol ) refers to the realm of the dead (see Job 3:11-19 ; see also study note on Job 7:9). The Lord is sovereign even over Sheol, and he could redeem Israel if he chose to. But he will not take pity on the Israelites, and he calls upon death to punish them.

bJob 3:11-19►

‏ Hosea 13:14

13:14 ^a The term here translated the grave (Hebrew Sheol) refers to the realm of the dead (see Job 3:11-19 ^b; see also study note on Job 7:9). The Lord is sovereign even over Sheol, and he could redeem Israel if he chose to. But he will not take pity on the Israelites, and he calls upon death to punish them.