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Idolatry: Rites of, Obscene and Impure Exodus 32:25

Moses saw that the people were out of control, for Aaron had let them run wild and become a laughingstock to their enemies.

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Idolatry: Rites of, Obscene and Impure Numbers 25:1–3

While Israel was staying in Shittim, the men began to indulge in sexual immorality with the daughters of Moab, / who also invited them to the sacrifices for their gods. And the people ate and bowed down to these gods. / So Israel joined in worshiping Baal of Peor, and the anger of the LORD burned against them.

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Idolatry: Rites of, Obscene and Impure 2 Kings 17:9

The Israelites secretly did things against the LORD their God that were not right. From watchtower to fortified city, they built high places in all their cities.

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Idolatry: Rites of, Obscene and Impure Isaiah 57:6, 8, 9

Your portion is among the smooth stones of the valley; indeed, they are your lot. Even to them you have poured out a drink offering and offered a grain offering. Should I relent because of these? / Behind the door and doorpost you have set up your memorial. Forsaking Me, you uncovered your bed; you climbed up and opened it wide. And you have made a pact with those whose bed you have loved; you have gazed upon their nakedness. / You went to Molech with oil and multiplied your perfumes. You have sent your envoys a great distance; you have descended even to Sheol itself.

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Idolatry: Rites of, Obscene and Impure 1 Peter 4:3

For you have spent enough time in the past carrying out the same desires as the Gentiles: living in debauchery, lust, drunkenness, orgies, carousing, and detestable idolatry.

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