111 God Denounces Idolatry

God now speaks in a very caustic manner regarding the helplessness of the Babylonian idols, contrasted with His omnipotence and the foolishness of idolaters in general. It begins by speaking figuratively of Bel and Nebo, the Babylonian deities. It is important to understand that the temptation of genuine idolatry, had long since been generally eliminated from Jewish life, but the warnings were and are still relevant. There are always new temptations that have a powerful influence on people. Some are political, sexual, economic, or theological. Above all the evil false prophets and teachers characterize this influence in the greatest degree. This admonition is addressed to everyone in every age, each according to its own challenges. These temptations have harmed the spiritual life of Israel and subsequently the Church. When God through Isaiah calls upon His people, He says that only the Word of God is valid truth in every age, and to each person according to his or her own challenges.