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Deuteronomy 13:11
And all Israel shall hear, and fear, and shall do no more any such wickedness as this is among you. (Deuteronomy 13:11)
Hear, and fear.
 The severe measures outlined in the preceding verses were designed to protect the church from idolatry (see chs. 17:13; 19:20; 21:21). God would have men understand the heinous nature of idolatry.