In the time of the Judges, the Israelites repeatedly fell into cycles of disobedience and repentance. After the death of Joshua, the leader who succeeded Moses, the Israelites struggled to maintain their commitment to God. They began to adopt the religious practices of the surrounding Canaanite peoples, including the worship of Baals, which were local gods associated with fertility and agriculture. This turning away from God was seen as a serious breach of their covenant, as they were called to worship the Lord alone. The worship of Baals often involved rituals that were in direct opposition to the laws and values that God had given them. This verse sets the stage for the recurring pattern in the Book of Judges, where the Israelites' unfaithfulness leads to their oppression by foreign powers, followed by cries for deliverance and the rise of judges who lead them back to God. It serves as a reminder of the importance of faithfulness and the consequences of turning away from divine guidance.
Then the Israelites did evil in the eyes of the Lord and served the Baals.
Judges 2:11
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