Leviticus 19:4 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Turn ye not unto idols, nor make to yourselves molten gods: I am the LORD your God.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Don't turn to idols or make metal gods for yourselves. I am the LORD your God.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is commanding His people to worship Him alone and not create or worship any idols or false gods.

📚 Historical Context

This command was given to the Israelites after their exodus from Egypt, where they had been surrounded by idol worship for centuries. The people had recently witnessed God's power in delivering them from slavery, yet they still struggled with the temptation to worship physical objects like the golden calf incident at Mount Sinai.

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