Deuteronomy 16:20-22
Modern English Version
20 You must follow that which is altogether just, so that you may live and inherit the land which the Lord your God is giving you.
Idolatry Forbidden
21 You must not plant for yourself an Asherah[a] of any trees near the altar of the Lord your God, which you make for yourself. 22 You shall not set up for yourself any image, which the Lord your God hates.
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- Deuteronomy 16:21 Wooden symbol of a female deity.
Deuteronomy 16:20-22
New International Version
20 Follow justice and justice alone, so that you may live and possess the land the Lord your God is giving you.
Worshiping Other Gods
21 Do not set up any wooden Asherah pole(A) beside the altar you build to the Lord your God,(B) 22 and do not erect a sacred stone,(C) for these the Lord your God hates.
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