And they shall no more offer their sacrifices unto devils, after whom they have gone a whoring. This shall be a statute for ever unto them throughout their generations.
They must no longer offer their sacrifices to demons, chasing after them like unfaithful lovers. This will be a permanent law for them and all their descendants forever.
God is commanding His people to stop worshiping demons and false gods, making this a permanent rule for all future generations.
📚 Historical Context
The Israelites had been exposed to pagan worship practices during their time in Egypt and would encounter more as they entered the Promised Land. These pagan rituals often involved sacrificing to demons or false gods, sometimes in remote places like fields or high places. God was establishing clear boundaries to keep His people from mixing true worship with these dangerous spiritual practices.
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