2 Kings 17:12 meaning and explanation

They served idols, although the LORD had told them, “You shall not do this thing.”

2 Kings 17:12, Berean Standard Bible

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The narrator is explaining why the northern kingdom of Israel fell to Assyria. After describing the high places, sacred pillars and Asherah poles the people set up, he names the heart of the problem: they served idols.

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