15. “Though you, Israel, play the prostitute, yet don’t let Judah offend; and don’t come to Gilgal, neither go up to Beth Aven, nor swear, ‘As Yahweh lives.’
16. For Israel has behaved extremely stubbornly, like a stubborn heifer. Then how will Yahweh feed them like a lamb in a meadow.
17. Ephraim is joined to idols. Leave him alone!
18. Their drink has become sour. They play the prostitute continually. Her rulers dearly love their shameful way.