What is the meaning of Isaiah 11:15? The LORD will devote to destruction the gulf of the Sea of Egypt “The LORD will devote to destruction the gulf of the Sea of Egypt” (Isaiah 11:15). • God makes a deliberate promise to eliminate a formidable barrier—just as He once split the Red Sea (Exodus 14:21-22). • The phrase signals decisive judgment on the enemies who rely on that body of water for protection (Isaiah 19:1-6; Zechariah 10:10-11). • It also previews a fresh exodus: a future gathering of His scattered people from Egypt and beyond (Isaiah 11:11). Takeaway: No obstacle—political, military, or geographical—can hinder the Lord’s plan to rescue His covenant people (Psalm 93:3-4; Micah 7:15). With a scorching wind He will sweep His hand over the Euphrates “With a scorching wind He will sweep His hand over the Euphrates.” • The Euphrates marked the northern boundary of Israel’s exile experience (Assyria, Babylon). Drying it up pictures God dismantling the power centers that once carried His people away (Jeremiah 51:36-37). • A “scorching wind” evokes swift, unstoppable judgment (Isaiah 27:8; Jonah 4:8). When the Lord “sweeps His hand,” nations fall and pathways open (Isaiah 40:10-11). • Revelation 16:12 looks ahead to a similar drying of the Euphrates, preparing the stage for end-time events—again underscoring that the river can no more resist God than the Red Sea could. Takeaway: Whether dealing with ancient empires or future confederacies, God’s sovereign hand overrules every human stronghold (Isaiah 14:26-27). He will split it into seven streams for men to cross with dry sandals “He will split it into seven streams for men to cross with dry sandals.” • “Seven” reflects completeness; the river will be so thoroughly divided that ordinary travelers can stroll across in sandals—no special equipment, no panic (Isaiah 35:8-10). • The picture recalls both the Red Sea and the Jordan crossings (Joshua 3:13-17). Past miracles become guarantees of future ones (Isaiah 43:16-19). • The scene hints at a worldwide gathering: every hindrance—land or water—is neutralized so the redeemed can come home (Isaiah 27:12-13). Takeaway: God’s deliverance is not barely adequate; it is abundant, accessible, and invites all who trust Him (Psalm 66:6; Ephesians 3:20). summary Isaiah 11:15 promises a second, greater exodus. God will: 1. Devastate the Sea of Egypt, removing threats from the south. 2. Dry up the Euphrates, collapsing powers to the north. 3. Create multiple, effortless crossings so His people return in peace. Past acts of salvation guarantee future ones; no geographic or political barrier stands before the Lord who rescues and restores His own. |
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