Letter of Jeremiah 1:24

24 These idols have been plated with gold to make them beautiful, but they do not shine unless someone polishes them. When they were being poured into molds, they felt nothing.

Letter of Jeremiah 1:24 In-Context

22 Bats, swallows, and other birds perch on them, and even cats sit on them.

23 All of this proves that they are not gods - do not worship them.

24 These idols have been plated with gold to make them beautiful, but they do not shine unless someone polishes them. When they were being poured into molds, they felt nothing.

25 It makes no difference how high a price is paid for them; they are still unable to breathe.

26 See how useless they are! They can't walk on their own feet, but must be carried around.