Deuteronomy 13:12-18
13:13 a scoundrels (literally sons of Belial): In Hebrew, “son(s) of” often expresses group affiliation or shared characteristics. Scoundrels typically deceived others and led them astray (Prov 6:12 b; 16:27 c; 19:28 d; Nah 1:11 e).13:14 f A detestable act is any deed or even thought that is offensive to God (see study notes on 7:25-26; 12:31).
13:16 g The spoils of war, or plunder, were not to be kept. God had designated them for complete destruction (see 2:34 h; Lev 27:28-29 i).
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