Deuteronomy 16:22
Deuteronomy 16:22 in Multiple Translations
and do not set up for yourselves a sacred pillar, which the LORD your God hates.
Neither shalt thou set thee up any image; which the LORD thy God hateth.
Neither shalt thou set thee up a pillar; which Jehovah thy God hateth.
You are not to put up stone pillars, for they are hated by the Lord your God.
and don't make for yourselves an idolatrous stone pillar, which the Lord your God hates.
Thou shalt set thee vp no pillar, which thing the Lord thy God hateth.
and thou dost not raise up to thee any standing image which Jehovah thy God is hating.
Neither shall you set yourself up a sacred stone which the LORD your God hates.
Neither shalt thou set thee up any image; which the LORD thy God hateth.
Neither shalt thou make nor set up to thyself a statue: which things the Lord thy God hateth.
And do not set up any stone pillar to worship any idol, because Yahweh hates them.”
Berean Amplified Bible — Deuteronomy 16:22
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Deuteronomy 16:22 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/לֹֽא
תָקִ֥ים
לְ/ךָ֖
מַצֵּבָ֑ה
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
שָׂנֵ֖א
יְהוָ֥ה
אֱלֹהֶֽי/ךָ
וְ/לֹֽא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Conj | Part
תָקִ֥ים
qûwm
H6965
-kamai
V-Hiphil-Imperf-2ms
לְ/ךָ֖
Prep | Suff
מַצֵּבָ֑ה
matstsêbâh
H4676
pillar
N-fs
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
שָׂנֵ֖א
sânêʼ
H8130
to hate
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
יְהוָ֥ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֱלֹהֶֽי/ךָ
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 16:22
וְ/לֹֽא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Conj | Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
תָקִ֥ים
qûwm
H6965
"-kamai"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-2ms
Qum means to rise or stand up, used in various contexts like rising to power or standing firm, as seen in Jeremiah and Ezra.
Definition: Combined with lev (לֵב "Leb" H3820B) § -Kamai = "my adversary" Leb-kamai, i.e., people of Gambulai
Usage: Occurs in 596 OT verses. KJV: abide, accomplish, [idiom] be clearer, confirm, continue, decree, [idiom] be dim, endure, [idiom] enemy, enjoin, get up, make good, help, hold, (help to) lift up (again), make, [idiom] but newly, ordain, perform, pitch, raise (up), rear (up), remain, (a-) rise (up) (again, against), rouse up, set (up), (e-) stablish, (make to) stand (up), stir up, strengthen, succeed, (as-, make) sure(-ly), (be) up(-hold, -rising). See also: Genesis 4:8; Numbers 30:13; Ruth 4:10.
לְ/ךָ֖
""
Prep | Suff
מַצֵּבָ֑ה
matstsêbâh
H4676
"pillar"
N-fs
A pillar or monument, sometimes used as a memorial or with an altar, like those found in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: 1) pillar, mastaba, stump 1a) pillar 1a1) as monument, personal memorial 1a2) with an altar 1b)(Hoph) stock, stump (of tree)
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: garrison, (standing) image, pillar. See also: Genesis 28:18; 1 Kings 14:23; Isaiah 19:19.
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
שָׂנֵ֖א
sânêʼ
H8130
"to hate"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To hate means to feel intense dislike or hostility, as seen in the actions of enemies or foes in the Bible. It can also describe God's hatred of sin.
Definition: 1) to hate, be hateful 1a) (Qal) to hate 1a1) of man 1a2) of God 1a3) hater, one hating, enemy (participle) (subst) 1b) (Niphal) to be hated 1c) (Piel) hater (participle) 1c1) of persons, nations, God, wisdom Aramaic equivalent: se.ne (שְׂנָא "to hate" H8131)
Usage: Occurs in 139 OT verses. KJV: enemy, foe, (be) hate(-ful, -r), odious, [idiom] utterly. See also: Genesis 24:60; Psalms 50:17; Psalms 5:6.
יְהוָ֥ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אֱלֹהֶֽי/ךָ
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp | Suff
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
Study Notes — Deuteronomy 16:22
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- Context
- Cross References
- Deuteronomy 16:22 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 16:22
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 16:22
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 16:22
- Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 16:22
- Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 16:22
- Sermons on Deuteronomy 16:22
Context — Forbidden Forms of Worship
20Pursue justice, and justice alone, so that you may live, and you may possess the land that the LORD your God is giving you.
21Do not set up any wooden Asherah pole next to the altar you will build for the LORD your God,
22and do not set up for yourselves a sacred pillar, which the LORD your God hates.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 26:1 | “You must not make idols for yourselves or set up a carved image or sacred pillar; you must not place a sculpted stone in your land to bow down to it. For I am the LORD your God. |
| 2 | Exodus 20:4 | You shall not make for yourself an idol in the form of anything in the heavens above, on the earth below, or in the waters beneath. |
| 3 | Zechariah 8:17 | do not plot evil in your hearts against your neighbor, and do not love to swear falsely, for I hate all these things,” declares the LORD. |
| 4 | Revelation 2:6 | But you have this to your credit: You hate the works of the Nicolaitans, which I also hate. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 44:4 | Yet I sent you all My servants the prophets again and again, saying: ‘Do not do this detestable thing that I hate.’ |
| 6 | Deuteronomy 12:31 | You must not worship the LORD your God in this way, because they practice for their gods every abomination which the LORD hates. They even burn their sons and daughters in the fire as sacrifices to their gods. |
| 7 | Revelation 2:15 | In the same way, some of you also hold to the teaching of the Nicolaitans. |
Deuteronomy 16:22 Summary
[This verse is telling us that we should not set up any objects or things that we worship instead of God, because He hates it when we do that. This is because God wants us to worship Him alone, as stated in Exodus 20:3. By rejecting idolatry and false worship, we can pursue justice and honor God, as commanded in Deuteronomy 16:20. We can apply this to our lives by being careful what we focus on and worship, and making sure it is only God, as seen in Matthew 22:37-38.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a sacred pillar, and why does God hate it?
A sacred pillar was a stone monument often used in pagan worship, and God hates it because it is a form of idolatry, as seen in Deuteronomy 16:22, and is also mentioned in Leviticus 26:1, where God commands the Israelites not to make any carved idols or sacred pillars.
How does this verse relate to the command to pursue justice in Deuteronomy 16:20?
The command not to set up sacred pillars is a part of pursuing justice, as it involves rejecting false worship and honoring God alone, which is in line with the command in Exodus 20:3 to have no other gods before Him.
What is the significance of God hating the sacred pillar?
God's hatred for the sacred pillar emphasizes His strong dislike for any form of idolatry, as seen in Deuteronomy 16:22, and is a reminder that He is a jealous God, as stated in Exodus 20:5, who will not tolerate any rival worship.
How can we apply this verse to our lives today?
We can apply this verse by being careful not to set up any idols or false worship in our lives, whether it be in the form of a physical object or an intangible obsession, and instead focus on worshiping the one true God, as commanded in Matthew 22:37-38.
Reflection Questions
- What are some potential 'sacred pillars' in my life that I may be unknowingly worshiping, and how can I identify them?
- How can I ensure that I am pursuing justice and honoring God alone in my daily life, as commanded in Deuteronomy 16:20?
- What are some ways that I can practically apply the command to reject idolatry and false worship, as seen in Deuteronomy 16:22?
- How can I cultivate a deeper understanding of God's hatred for idolatry, and what impact should this have on my life and worship?
Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 16:22
Neither shalt thou set up any image,.... Graven or molten, of man, beast, fish, or fowl; the word signifies a "statue or pillar" (c) which was set up for idolatry; for, as Aben Ezra observes, what
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 16:22
Neither shalt thou set thee up any image; which the LORD thy God hateth.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 16:22
Heb. statue, whether with a picture or representation, or without it, as the idolaters used to worship smoothed and polished stones or pillars without any image upon them.
Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 16:22
(22) Image.—Explained by Rashi of a single stone, whether statue or pillar.
Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 16:22
22. Neither… set up any image — The Hebrew word means a pillar or obelisk set up in honour of some deity. In some passages it is applied to a statue of Baal. 2 Kings 3:2.
Sermons on Deuteronomy 16:22
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(The Church in the Last Days) 05 - Possessing the Land by Milton Green | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of following the Word of God rather than adhering to old traditions or wrong teachings. The message is based on Leviticus 26, |
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The Basic Requirements of Obedience by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith focuses on the Book of Leviticus and the importance of obedience to God's commandments. He emphasizes that the strength of a nation lies in the f |
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Are You Saved? by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Exodus 20:1-7 and emphasizes the importance of having a personal relationship with God. He highlights that God owns us and desires our compl |
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Where Does Passion Come From? by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the problem of taking our victories over problems and putting them aside, thinking we no longer need God. He emphasizes the constant need for |
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David and Goliath by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the promise of a land flowing with milk and honey, which is described as the glory of all lands on earth. He emphasizes the importance of cas |
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(Genesis) Genesis 31:14-19 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Jacob and his encounter with God at Bethel. The preacher emphasizes that one cannot run away from God, as David also wrote about |
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Boasting in the Law by Don McClure | In this sermon, the speaker discusses how the apostle Paul systematically addresses different types of people and their beliefs about acceptance before God. He emphasizes that all |