Judges 2:12

"The children of Israel did that which was evil in the LORD’s sight, and served the Baals."

Key Reflection

This verse illustrates the cycle of disobedience and idolatry that characterized Israel's early history after Joshua. By worshiping Baal, they betrayed their covenant with God, leading to divine judgment and a recurring pattern of apostasy throughout the narrative of Judges.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Provoked the Lord to anger -A frequent expression in connection with idolatry, especially in Deuteronomy, in the Books of the Kings, and in Jeremiah.

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