Commentators stress that sacrificing to idols was not a neutral act but a sacrifice to 'devils' or 'demons.' Scholars explain this points to the destructive, malignant nature of false worship, which is ultimately influenced by demonic forces, a concept the Apostle Paul later affirms in 1 Corinthians 10:20. This reveals that idolatry is a dangerous engagement with spiritual evil, not just a simple mistake.