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Hosea 2:16 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Hosea 2:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Hosea chapter 2 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And it shall be at that day, saith the LORD, that thou shalt call me Ishi; and shalt call me no more Baali. Ishi: that is, My husband Baali: that is, My lord”
Hosea 2:16 (KJV)
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Commentary on Hosea 2:16
Name transformation: 'And it shall be at that day, saith the LORD, that thou shalt call me Ishi; and shalt call me no more Baali.' Both 'Ishi' and 'Baali' mean 'my husband' in Hebrew, but carry different connotations. 'Ishi' (ishi) emphasizes personal intimacy—'my man,' affectionate. 'Baali' (ba'ali) can mean both 'my master/husband' and sounds like 'my Baal,' tainting covenant language with idolatrous associations. God promises renewed intimacy: calling Him 'Ishi' reflects restored relationship. Refusing 'Baali' severs association with Baal worship—even the sound of Baal's name will be remove...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Hosea 2:16
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“For thy Maker is thine husband; the LORD of hosts is his name; and thy Redeemer the Holy One of Israel; The God of the whole earth shall he be called.”
“but she won't overtake them; and she will seek them”
“and let us give the glory to him. For the marriage of the Lamb has come”
“backsliding children”
“that I might present you as a pure virgin to Christ.”
“who stands and hears him”
“love your wives”