THe rebellious children. &c.] Mine own people; who, contrary to their promise and allegeance, refuse to rest in my protection; and contrary to my command seek for help to strangers. Chap. 31. 1. Hosea 12:1. that cover with a covering, but not of my spirit] Seek else-where for shelter and succour; as Chap. 4. 5. adde sinne to sinne] To their treacherie and perjurie, adde trust in humane helps, Ezekiel 17:13; Ezekiel 17:15.