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What does it mean?
Ancient idols are being abandoned by their followers.
In plain terms
People are leaving old gods and their temples.
What can you take from it?
Let go of outdated beliefs or practices.

Where it applies

  • reformation
  • conversion
  • skepticism

Putting it to work

  • review beliefs
  • change traditions
  • drop idols

Questions to consider

  • What beliefs have you let go of?
  • Why do people change faith?

Another view

It judges the value of the old beliefs harshly.

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