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1 Ephraim shepherds the wind, and pursues the east wind all day long. He multiplies lies and violence: They make a covenant with Assyria, and oil is carried to Egypt. 2 The LORD has a dispute with Judah, and will punish Jacob for his conduct, and repay him for his deeds. 3 In the womb he supplanted his brother, and in his vigor he contended with a divine being; 4 He contended with an angel and prevailed, he wept and entreated him. At Bethel he met with him, and there he spoke with him. 5 The LORD is the God of hosts, the LORD is his name! 6 You must return to your God. Maintain loyalty and justice and always hope in your God. 7 A merchant who holds a false balance, he loves to extort! 8 Ephraim has said, “How rich I have become; I have made a fortune!” All his gain will not suffice for the guilt of his sin. Hosea 12:1-8, New American Bible Revised. Copyright © 2010 USCCB.
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