Hosea 3:3

Good News Translation

I told her that for a long time she would have to wait for me without being a prostitute or committing adultery; and during this time I would wait for her.

Cross References

Exodus 34:15

Do not make any treaties with the people of the country, because when they worship their pagan gods and sacrifice to them, they will invite you to join them, and you will be tempted to eat the food they offer to their gods.

Deuteronomy 21:13

and change her clothes. She is to stay in your home and mourn for her parents for a month; after that, you may marry her.