Hos 13:2 | JFB | STEP | 2. according to their own understanding-- that is, their arbitrary devising. Compare "will-worship," . Men are not to be "wise above that which is written," or to follow their own understanding, but God's command in worship. kiss the calves-- an act of adoration to the golden calves (compare ; ; ).

‏ Hosea 13:2

2. according to their own understanding--that is, their arbitrary devising. Compare "will-worship," Col 2:23. Men are not to be "wise above that which is written," or to follow their own understanding, but God's command in worship.

kiss the calves--an act of adoration to the golden calves (compare 1Ki 19:18; Job 31:27; Psa 2:12).