2 Kings 17:40

40 But the Israelites did not listen. They kept on doing the same things they had done before.

2 Kings 17:40 Meaning and Commentary

2 Kings 17:40

Howbeit, they did not hearken, but did after their former
manner.
] They did not repent of their idolatries, but persisted in them, and even when they were in captivity in Assyria, or such of them as were left in the land.

2 Kings 17:40 In-Context

38 Do not forget the agreement I made with you, and do not honor other gods.

39 Instead worship the Lord your God, who will save you from all your enemies."

40 But the Israelites did not listen. They kept on doing the same things they had done before.

41 So these nations honored the Lord but also worshiped their idols, and their children and grandchildren still do as their ancestors did.