מלכים ב, פרק כ״א, פסוק כ״א

A destructive pattern of behavior often passes directly from one generation to the next. A son steps into a position of power and perfectly mirrors the sinful lifestyle of his father, fully embracing the exact same practices of idol worship.

The objects of this misguided devotion are not granted any dignity. Instead of a neutral description, a deeply derogatory label is applied to these false gods, highlighting the disgraceful and worthless nature of the idolatry being practiced [ביאור שטיינזלץ].