Jeremiah 10:3-8

3The customs of the peoples are useless: it is just a tree cut from the forest, the work of the hands of a craftsman with a chisel.

4They decorate it with silver and gold, and fasten it with hammer and nails so it won’t totter.

5Like a scarecrow in a cucumber garden, their idols cannot speak. They must be carried because they cannot walk! Do not fear them for they can do no harm —nor do any good.”

6There is none like You, Adonai! You are great and great is Your Name in power.

7Who should not fear You, Ruler of the nations? For it is your due! For among all the wise of the nations and in all their kingdoms, there is none like You.

8They are totally stupid and foolish. Discipline is useless—it’s wood!