Scripture
Why did God forbid idolatry?
Because no created image can truly represent the living God.
Throughout Exodus, God revealed himself through his mighty acts — the burning bush, the plagues, the pillar of cloud, and the crossing of the Red Sea. Yet Israel was still warned not to replace him with something made by human hands.
Idolatry reduces the creator to something created.
God alone is worthy of worship. ✝️