Among the smooth stones of the stream is thy portion; they, they are thy lot: even to them hast thou poured a drink offering, thou hast offered a meat offering. Should I receive comfort in these?
Your place is among the smooth stones in the stream—that's what you've chosen for yourself. You've poured out drink offerings and given food offerings to these stones. Should I be pleased with this?
God is expressing disappointment that His people are worshipping lifeless idols instead of Him, asking if He should be comforted by such betrayal.
📚 Historical Context
This verse addresses the idolatrous practices of the Israelites who were worshipping pagan gods, often represented by smooth stones in riverbeds. These stone idols received the offerings and devotion that rightfully belonged to God alone. The practice of offering food and drink to stone idols was common among surrounding nations and had infiltrated Israel's worship.
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