Indicate the best interpretation of the following quote from the Book of Isaiah: "When you spread your hands, I will hide my eyes from you; even though you make many prayers, I will not listen; your hands are full of blood."
A)Humanity's violence caused Yahweh to send the Flood.
B)The Hebrews violent takeover of Canaan was punished by the division of the Kingdom of Israel into two parts.
C)The quote explains why God punished Job.
D)God is interested more in righteousness than external religious devotion.
E)Once the Hebrews broke their Covenant with God, there was no forgiveness.

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The quote emphasizes that external religious practices are not enough for pleasing God. Instead, righteousness and moral behavior are the key aspects that God values. The reference to "hands full of blood" suggests that the people were living unrighteously, despite their prayers and religious practices.

Indicate the Best Interpretation of the Following Quote from the Book