Return to Him from whom the sons of Israel have deeply revolted, establishing the call to repentance that underlies the oracle's affirmations of God's protection. The returning to God presupposes that the people have turned away, have deeply revolted. Yet the oracle's call to return suggests that return is still possible, that the way back to God remains open. The oracle makes clear that God's protection is contingent on the people's returning to covenant relationship. The emphasis on deep revolt suggests that the turning away has been profound and willful, yet return is still invited.

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