Hosea
Chapter
Hosea is the first book of the twelve minor prophets. Because the times are outwardly prosperous, idolatry prevails and immorality is rampant. Hosea urges a return to God in order that He may show mercy and forgiveness.
Hosea 8
8:9 For they are gone up to Assyria, a wild ass alone by himself: Ephraim hath hired lovers.