Bible verse
But they would not listen, and they persisted in their former customs.
2 Kings 17:40 · BSB
The verses around it, from 2 Kings 17.
36 Instead, worship the LORD, who brought you out of the land of Egypt with great power and an outstretched arm. You are to bow down to Him and offer sacrifices to Him.
37 And you must always be careful to observe the statutes, ordinances, laws, and commandments He wrote for you. Do not worship other gods.
38 Do not forget the covenant I have made with you. Do not worship other gods,
39 but worship the LORD your God, and He will deliver you from the hands of all your enemies.”
40 But they would not listen, and they persisted in their former customs.
41 So these nations worshiped the LORD but also served their idols, and to this day their children and grandchildren continue to do as their fathers did.
KJV
Howbeit they did not hearken, but they did after their former manner.
ASV
Howbeit they did not hearken, but they did after their former manner.
ERV
Howbeit they did not hearken, but they did after their former manner.
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