The nation of Israel would be scattered on account of its idolatry. The Lord was willing to receive them back to Himself, but they continually ignored His calls and worshiped silver and gold.
BibleGateway: Hosea 8:1-14 ESV Text: Hosea 8:1-14 KJV Text: Hosea 8:1-14 The section starts at about 0:0 and ends at about 2:9 1 Set the trumpet to thy mouth. He shall come as an eagle… The nation of Israel would be scattered on account of its idolatry. The Lord was willing to receive them back to Himself, but they continually ignored His calls and worshiped silver and gold.