Definition: Neither shalt thou set thee up [any] image; which the LORD thy God hateth.

Explanation: Okay, let’s break down this verse from Deuteronomy 16:22. It’s a really important rule about how we should treat God and His people. Here's what it means in simple terms: Basically, it means: “Don’t create any idols or images of anything other than God.” Let’s unpack that a little further: “Neither shalt thou” : This is a strong prohibition – you absolutely must not . It’s a clear rule. “…set thee up” : This is the key part. “Thou” refers to you , as in, "you" are responsible for this. It's about creating an image or idol of anything other than God. Think of it like building a statue of a person – that’s what we mean by setting up an idol. “Which the LORD thy God hateth” : This is the most important part. It tells us why this rule is there. The Lord, or God, doesn't like it when we make anything that looks like a person or creature to worship him. It’s about respecting Him and His authority. Why did this rule exist? The Bible says this was given to Moses as part of the covenant (a promise) between God and Israel. It’s a way for God to keep his relationship with them and to remind them that they are not to be worshipped or treated as gods themselves. It's about recognizing that God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and ultimately supreme – so we should not attempt to usurp His authority. In short, it’s a warning against idolatry – worshipping anything other than God. Does this have any relevance today? Absolutely! It's still relevant today because it reminds us that our thoughts and actions can be directed towards something other than God. It encourages us to focus on serving Him and living a life that honors him. --- Do you want me to: Explain another verse? Discuss the concept of idolatry in more detail?