15. Israel, if you act promiscuously,don’t let Judah become guilty!Do not go to Gilgal or make a pilgrimage to Beth-aven, and do not swear an oath: As the Lord lives!
16. For Israel is as obstinate as a stubborn cow. Can the Lord now shepherd themlike a lamb in an open meadow?
17. Ephraim is attached to idols; leave him alone!
18. When their drinking is over,they turn to promiscuity.Israel’s leaders fervently love disgrace.
19. A wind with its wings will carry them off, and they will be ashamed of their sacrifices.