Deuteronomy 16:20-22

Contemporary English Version

²⁰ People of Israel, if you want to enjoy a long and successful life, make sure that everyone is treated with justice in the land the Lord is giving you.

Don't Set Up Sacred Poles or Stones

Moses said to Israel:

^21 (A) When you build the altar for offering sacrifices to the Lord your God, don't set up a sacred pole^[a] for the worship of the goddess Asherah. ^22 (B) And don't set up a sacred stone! The Lord hates these things.