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They brought forth the pillars that were in the house of Baal, and burned them.
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What Were the "Pillars"?
Commentators clarify that the "pillars" (or "images" in some translations) were not necessarily human-shaped statues. They were likely sacred wooden columns or obelisks used in Baal worship. The fact that Jehu's men burned them confirms they were made of wood, representing a complete removal of these idolatrous symbols.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The images - Or “pillars” of wood. The Phoenician pillar idols were mere columns, obelisks, or posts, without any shaping into a human form …
19th Century
Anglican
The images. —Rather, the pillars, which were of wood and had a sacred significance ().
“In primitive times, a pill…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And they brought forth the images out of the house of Baal, and burnt them . ] Lesser…
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