English: It was taught: “Who joined themselves to Baal Peor” — like a tightly fitted bracelet; “And you who cleave to Hashem” — like two date-palms joined to each other. In a baraisa it was taught: joined to Baal Peor — like a bracelet on a woman; and you who cleave to Hashem — truly cleaving.
Type of Learning
Contrast of two attachments — idolatry vs. Hashem.
What Is Learned
Attachment to Peor is external and removable; attachment to Hashem is organic and lasting.