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10 I will discipline(A) them at my discretion;(B)
nations will be gathered against them
to put them in bondage[a]
for their double iniquity.(C)

11 Ephraim is a well-trained calf(D)
that loves to thresh,
but I will place a yoke on[b] her fine neck.(E)
I will harness Ephraim;(F)
Judah will plough;
Jacob will do the final ploughing.
12 Sow righteousness for yourselves(G)
and reap faithful love;
break up your unploughed ground.(H)
It is time to seek the Lord(I)
until he comes(J) and sends righteousness
on you like the rain.(K)

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Footnotes

  1. 10:10 LXX, Syr, Vg read against them when they are disciplined
  2. 10:11 Lit will pass over