66
These gods have no power over kings; they cannot pronounce curses on them or grant them blessings.
67
They cannot produce for the nations any signs in the sky; they cannot shine like the sun or the moon.
68
Even wild animals are better off than these idols; animals can at least run from danger to protect themselves.
69
So it is absolutely clear that they are not gods - do not worship them.
70
These gods of theirs, made of wood and covered with silver and gold, are about as helpful as a scarecrow in a cucumber patch; they are no protection at all.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.