In this verse, God is speaking through the prophet Jeremiah, expressing His profound dismay at the idolatrous practices of the people of Judah. They had built altars for Baal and engaged in the horrific act of child sacrifice to the god Molek in the Valley of Ben Hinnom. Such practices were not only against God's commandments but were also unimaginable to Him, as He never instructed His people to commit such acts. This verse underscores the gravity of idolatry and the moral decline that can occur when people turn away from God. It serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of adhering to God's laws and the dangers of adopting practices that are contrary to His will. The reference to making Judah sin highlights the collective impact of these actions, affecting the entire community and leading them away from the covenant relationship with God. This passage calls for reflection on the importance of faithfulness and the consequences of allowing cultural or societal influences to lead one away from divine teachings.
They built high places for Baal in the Valley of Ben Hinnom to sacrifice their sons and daughters to Molek, though I never commanded—nor did it enter my mind—that they should do such a detestable thing and so make Judah sin.
Jeremiah 32:35
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