Asherim poles — Bible Term Explained | nocap.bible
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Asherim poles
Wooden poles or carved images set up for the worship of Asherah — a Canaanite fertility goddess
Definition
Sacred poles or carved images used in the worship of Asherah. God repeatedly commanded Israel to cut them down. Their persistent presence marked spiritual unfaithfulness.