דברי הימים ב, פרק כ״ח, פסוק ב׳

Following the path of the kings of Israel meant fully embracing the customs of idol worship that those rulers practiced. As part of these actions, physical objects of devotion were crafted. Metal was melted down and poured into molds to create solid, cast statues. These specific metal idols were manufactured for one clear purpose: to actively serve and worship the Baals.