They deck it with silver and with gold; they fasten it with nails and with hammers, that it move not.
They decorate it with silver and gold, then nail it down with hammers so it won't fall over.
The writer is describing how people make idols by decorating wood with precious metals and securing them so they can't move - highlighting how lifeless and powerless these man-made gods really are.
📚 Historical Context
In the time of Jeremiah, the prophet was warning the people of Judah about the dangers of idolatry, as they were influenced by neighboring nations and began crafting idols from wood to represent false gods. These idols were then decorated with silver and gold and secured with nails and hammers to keep them from falling, emphasizing their man-made and powerless nature. This critique was part of a broader message from God through Jeremiah, calling the people back to true worship amid impending judgment for their unfaithfulness.
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