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Jeremiah 10:8 · KJV

"But they are altogether brutish and foolish: the stock is a doctrine of vanities."

King James Version

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Passage Context

6Forasmuch as there is none like unto thee, O LORD; thou art great, and thy name is great in might.
7Who would not fear thee, O King of nations? for to thee doth it appertain: forasmuch as among all the wise men of the nations, and in all their kingdoms, there is none like unto thee.
8But they are altogether brutish and foolish: the stock is a doctrine of vanities.
9Silver spread into plates is brought from Tarshish, and gold from Uphaz, the work of the workman, and of the hands of the founder: blue and purple is their clothing: they are all the work of cunning men.
10But the LORD is the true God, he is the living God, and an everlasting king: at his wrath the earth shall tremble, and the nations shall not be able to abide his indignation.

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Reflection Questions

1

What idols do I need to let go of in my life?

2

How do I discern between truth and falsehood in my beliefs?

3

When have I felt deceived by something that seemed wise but was foolish?

Life Application

idolatry

Identify and remove anything in your life that takes the place of God. Focus on building a relationship with the true God.

wisdom

Seek wisdom from Scripture rather than worldly sources that may lead to confusion.

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