Jeremiah 10:2-4

Good News Translation

“Do not follow the ways of other nations;
    do not be disturbed by unusual sights in the sky,
    even though other nations are terrified.
³ The religion of these people is worthless.
A tree is cut down in the forest;
    it is carved by the tools of the woodworker
⁴     and decorated with silver and gold.
It is fastened down with nails
    to keep it from falling over.