Hosea 1:9 - Scofield Reference Notes

Bible Comments

my people

"My people" is an expression used in the Old Testament exclusively of Israel the nation. It is never used of the patriarchs, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. (Matthew 2:6).

Hosea 1:9

9 Then said God, Call his name Loammi:c for ye are not my people, and I will not be your God.