See note Exo. 23:23^1a.

According to the divine thought, the nations in the land of Canaan had to be exterminated because they were devilish and mingled with demons (Deut. 9:4-5; 18:9-14; cf. 1 Cor. 10:20-21). See note Num. 13:33^1a.

Images of a female deity.

See note Exo. 19:5^1b.

It is in Christ that we receive and enjoy God’s blessings (Eph. 1:3). The unique commandment God gives to the world is to believe in His Son and receive Him (see note Rom. 1:5^3a). Actually, Christ Himself is the commandment of God. We need to receive Him, keep Him, and be right with Him. If we do this, we will be right with God, and He will love us and bless us (John 14:21, 23).

See note Exo. 23:29¹.