biblical phrase "they sow the wind, and they shall reap the whirlwind," found in Hosea 8:7. The proverb refers to the consequences of actions: sowing worthless

biblical phrase "they sow the wind, and they shall reap the whirlwind," found in Hosea 8:7. The proverb refers to the consequences of actions: sowing worthless or rebellious efforts (wind) results in disastrous, magnified destruction (whirlwind/storm). Written in the Old Testament book of Hosea 8:7 to describe Israel's foolish political alliances and idolatry.