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.
71. They do as much good as a thorn bush in a garden; instead of keeping birds away, they provide a perch for them. These gods are like a dead body thrown out into the darkness.