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# high places
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## Definition
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The term "high places" refers to places on the tops of hills or mountains where idol worship altars and shrines were built and used.
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* Many of the kings of Israel sinned against God by building altars to false gods on these high places. This led the people to become deeply involved in worshiping idols.
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* When a God-fearing king took office in Israel, often he would remove the high places and abolish idol worship.
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* However, some of these good kings were careless and did not remove the high places, which resulted in the entire nation of Israel continuing to worship idols.
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## Translation Suggestions
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* Other ways to translate this term could include, "elevated places for idol worship" or "hilltop idol shrines" or "idol altar mounds."
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