For all that do these things are an abomination unto the LORD: and because of these abominations the LORD thy God doth drive them out from before thee.
Everyone who does these things is disgusting to the LORD, and it's because of these disgusting practices that the LORD your God is driving those nations out ahead of you.
God is removing the nations from the Promised Land because their occult and pagan practices are completely offensive to Him.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is speaking to the Israelites as they prepare to enter the Promised Land, warning them about the pagan practices of the Canaanite nations, such as divination and sorcery, which were widespread in ancient Near Eastern cultures. These practices were seen as direct violations of God's commands, leading to His judgment and the expulsion of the inhabitants to make way for Israel. This context highlights God's desire for His people to remain holy and separate from idolatry as they settle in the land.
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