He sacrificed also and burnt incense in the high places, and on the hills, and under every green tree.
He also offered sacrifices and burned incense at the worship sites on hilltops, on the hills, and under every leafy tree.
This verse describes someone worshipping false gods at outdoor shrines instead of following God's instructions to worship only at the temple.
📚 Historical Context
In the 8th century BC, during the divided kingdom of Israel and Judah, King Ahaz of Judah rejected God's commands and followed the idolatrous practices of the northern kingdom's rulers. He offered sacrifices and burned incense in unauthorized high places, on hills, and under green trees, which were common locations for pagan rituals influenced by Canaanite traditions. This reflected a widespread spiritual rebellion in Judah, leading to divine judgment as described in the biblical narrative.
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