Deuteronomy 9:17-21

17I took the two tablets, threw them down, and smashed them in front of you.

18Once again I threw myself down in front of the Lord. I went without food and water for 40 days and 40 nights because of the sin you committed. You did what the Lord considered evil and made him furious.

19I was terrified of the Lord’s anger and fury. He was so angry he wanted to destroy you. But once more the Lord listened to me.

20The Lord also became very angry with Aaron and wanted to destroy him. But at that time I prayed for Aaron, too.

21I took that sinful calf you made and burned it. I crushed it, grinding it thoroughly until it was as fine as powder. Then I threw the powder into the river that flowed down the mountain.