Topical Encyclopedia Biblical Geography and SignificanceEgypt, a prominent nation in biblical history, is often depicted as a land of both refuge and oppression for the Israelites. The Nile River, a major geographical feature of Egypt, is frequently mentioned in the Bible. However, the concept of a "small stream flowing into the Mediterranean Sea" is not directly referenced in the biblical texts. Instead, the Nile and its delta, which eventually lead to the Mediterranean, are of significant importance. Historical Context In biblical times, Egypt was a powerful and influential civilization. It served as a place of refuge for Abraham during a famine (Genesis 12:10) and later for Joseph and his family (Genesis 46:1-7). The Israelites' sojourn in Egypt, which began with Joseph's rise to power, eventually led to their enslavement, setting the stage for the Exodus under Moses' leadership. Symbolism and Prophecy Egypt is often symbolically represented in the Bible as a place of bondage and idolatry. The prophets frequently used Egypt as a symbol of worldly power and opposition to God's people. In Isaiah 19:5-6, the drying up of the Nile is prophesied as a sign of judgment: "The waters of the river will dry up, and the riverbed will be parched and empty. The canals will stink; the streams of Egypt will dwindle and dry up." Spiritual Lessons The biblical narrative of Egypt serves as a reminder of God's deliverance and faithfulness. The Exodus account, where God leads the Israelites out of Egyptian bondage, is a foundational event that underscores themes of redemption and divine intervention. In the New Testament, Egypt is mentioned as a place of refuge for the infant Jesus and His family, fulfilling the prophecy, "Out of Egypt I called My Son" (Matthew 2:15, referencing Hosea 11:1). Cultural and Theological Impact Egypt's role in the Bible extends beyond its geographical and historical context. It represents the allure and danger of turning away from God to rely on human strength and wisdom. The Israelites' repeated temptation to return to Egypt during their wilderness journey highlights the struggle between faith and fear, trust in God versus reliance on worldly powers. Conclusion While the Bible does not specifically mention a "small stream flowing into the Mediterranean Sea" in relation to Egypt, the nation's rivers and waterways are integral to its biblical portrayal. Egypt's complex relationship with the Israelites and its symbolic representation in Scripture continue to offer rich insights into God's sovereignty and the spiritual journey of His people. Nave's Topical Index Genesis 15:18In the same day the LORD made a covenant with Abram, saying, To your seed have I given this land, from the river of Egypt to the great river, the river Euphrates: Nave's Topical Index Numbers 34:5 Joshua 13:3 Joshua 15:4,47 1 Kings 8:65 2 Kings 24:7 Isaiah 27:12 Ezekiel 47:19 Ezekiel 48:28 Library The Nile and Egypt The Work Awaiting the Worker Ripe for Gathering The First Chaldaean Empire and the Hyksos in Egypt The Political Constitution of Egypt The Memphite Empire Sennacherib (705-681 BC ) The Eighteenth Theban Dynasty The Rise of the Assyrian Empire The Iranian Conquest Resources Who is the king of the North in Daniel 11? | GotQuestions.orgIs there any evidence of the exodus? | GotQuestions.org Who is the king of the South in Daniel 11? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Egypt: A Small Stream Flowing Into the Mediterranean Sea Egypt: As a Power Was: Ambitious of Conquests Egypt: As a Power Was: Pompous Egypt: As a Power Was: Proud and Arrogant Egypt: As a Power Was: Treacherous Egypt: Called: House of Bondmen Egypt: Called: The Land of Ham Egypt: Celebrated For: Commerce Egypt: Celebrated For: Fertility Egypt: Celebrated For: Fine Horses Egypt: Celebrated For: Fine Linen Egypt: Celebrated For: Literature Egypt: had Princes and Counsellors Egypt: Idolatry of, Followed by Israel Egypt: Inhabitants of Abhorred Shepherds Egypt: Inhabitants of Abhorred the Sacrifice of Oxen Egypt: Inhabitants of Hospitable Egypt: Inhabitants of Might be Received Into the Congregation in the Third Egypt: Inhabitants of not to be Abhorred by Israel Egypt: Inhabitants of Often Intermarried With Strangers Egypt: Inhabitants of Superstitious Egypt: Inundations of, Alluded To Egypt: Israel in Benjamin Brought Egypt: Israel in Date of the Exodus Egypt: Israel in Destruction of the First-Born Egypt: Israel in Egypt is Plagued for Pharaoh's Obstinacy Egypt: Israel in Israel Driven out of Egypt: Israel in Israel Increases and are Oppressed Egypt: Israel in Israel Placed in the Land of Goshen Egypt: Israel in Israel Spoils the Egyptians Egypt: Israel in Jacob Presented to Pharaoh Egypt: Israel in Jacob's Death and Burial Egypt: Israel in Jacob's Journey Egypt: Israel in Joseph Counsels Pharaoh Egypt: Israel in Joseph Enriches the King Egypt: Israel in Joseph Interprets Pharaoh's Dreams Egypt: Israel in Joseph Interprets the Chief Baker's and the Chief Butler's Egypt: Israel in Joseph Made Governor Egypt: Israel in Joseph Makes Himself Known to his Brethren Egypt: Israel in Joseph Recognizes his Brethren Egypt: Israel in Joseph Sends for his Father Egypt: Israel in Joseph Sold Into Egypt: Israel in Joseph Unjustly Cast Into Prison Egypt: Israel in Joseph's Successful Provision Against the Years of Famine Egypt: Israel in Joseph's Ten Brethren Arrive Egypt: Israel in Male Children Destroyed Egypt: Israel in Moses Adopted and Brought up by Pharaoh's Daughter Egypt: Israel in Moses Born and Hid for Three Months Egypt: Israel in Moses Exposed on the Nile Egypt: Israel in Moses Flies to Midian Egypt: Israel in Moses Proves his Divine Mission by Miracles Egypt: Israel in Moses Sent to Pharaoh Egypt: Israel in Moses Slays an Egyptian Egypt: Israel in Pharaoh Increases Their Affliction Egypt: Israel in Pharaoh Invites Jacob Into Egypt: Israel in Pharaoh Pursues Israel and is Miraculously Destroyed Egypt: Israel in Potiphar Blessed for Joseph's Sake Egypt: Israel in The Passover Instituted Egypt: Israel in Their Sojourn in It, Foretold Egypt: Mode of Entertaining In Egypt: Often a Refuge to Strangers Egypt: Peopled by Mizraim's Posterity Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Allies to Share Its Misfortunes Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Armies Destroyed by Babylon Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Captivity of Its People Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Christ to be Called out of Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Civil War and Domestic Strife Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Conversion of Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Destruction of Its Cities Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Destruction of Its Idols Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Destruction of Its Power Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Dismay of Its Inhabitants Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Ever to be a Base Kingdom Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Failure of Internal Resources Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Infatuation of Its Princes Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Invasion by Babylon Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Prophetic Illustration of Its Destruction Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Spoil of, a Reward to Babylon for Services Against Tyre Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Terror Occasioned by Its Fall Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: The Jews Who Practised Its Idolatry to Share Its Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: To be Numbered and Blessed Along With Israel Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Utter Desolation of, for Forty Years Egypt: Religion of, Idolatrous Egypt: Ruled by Kings Who Assumed the Name of Pharaoh Egypt: Sometimes Visited by Famine Egypt: The Armies of Assistance of, Sought by Judah Against the Chaldees Egypt: The Armies of Besieged and Plundered Jerusalem in Rehoboam's Time Egypt: The Armies of Captured and Burned Gezer Egypt: The Armies of Deposed Jehoahaz and Made Judea Tributary Egypt: The Armies of Described Egypt: The Armies of Destroyed in the Red Sea Egypt: The Armies of Invaded Assyria and Killed Josiah Who Assisted It Egypt: The Country of: Abraham Lives In Egypt: The Country of: Armies of Egypt: The Country of: Army of Destroyed in the Red Sea Egypt: The Country of: Called Rahab Egypt: The Country of: Civil War In Egypt: The Country of: Exports of Egypt: The Country of: Famine In Egypt: The Country of: Fertility of Egypt: The Country of: Idols of Egypt: The Country of: Imports of Egypt: The Country of: Irrigation Employed In Egypt: The Country of: Joseph Takes Jesus To Egypt: The Country of: Land of Ham Egypt: The Country of: Limits of Egypt: The Country of: Magi of Egypt: The Country of: of Horses Egypt: The Country of: Overflowed by the Nile River Egypt: The Country of: Priests of Egypt: The Country of: Productions of Egypt: The Country of: Prophecies Against Egypt: The Country of: Symbolical Egypt: The Country of: The King Acquires Title to Land of Related Terms Chushanrishathaim (2 Occurrences) Chushan-rishathaim (2 Occurrences) |