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2 Kings 17:12

King James Version (KJV)

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2 Kings 17:12

Verse 12 of 41

Scripture focus

For they served idols, whereof the LORD had said unto them, Ye shall not do this thing.

2 Kings 17:12 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 2 Kings 17:12

Theological / Devotional

Idols. Heb. gillulim, “logs,” “blocks,” “shapeless things.” There are 12 Hebrew words translated “idol” in the OT. Each considers the false god from a different aspect, such as being a thing of vanity, or nought, a cause of trembling or grief, etc. Gillulim describes idols with respect to their shape (see Deut. 29:17; 1 Kings 15:12; 21:26; 2 Kings 23:24; Eze. 6:9 ; 16:36).

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