Hos 2:6 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Hos 2:6-7: 2:6-7 For this reason (literally Therefore ): The initial Hebrew word of 2:6 (also of 2:9 and 2:14 ) introduces God’s judgment on Israel. Because of her idolatry, the Lord would restrict Israel’s access to the Canaanite fertility gods. Like an aggressive prostitute, she will pursue her lovers ; but she will not find them . In the end, Israel will conclude that it is better to return to her rightful husband .

‏ Hosea 2:6

Summary for Hos 2:6-7: 2:6-7 ^a For this reason (literally Therefore): The initial Hebrew word of 2:6 ^b (also of 2:9 ^c and 2:14 ^d) introduces God’s judgment on Israel. Because of her idolatry, the Lord would restrict Israel’s access to the Canaanite fertility gods. Like an aggressive prostitute, she will pursue her lovers; but she will not find them. In the end, Israel will conclude that it is better to return to her rightful husband.