Topical Bible: Egypt: Prophecies Respecting: Dismay of Its Inhabitants

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The biblical prophecies concerning Egypt often highlight a theme of dismay and fear among its inhabitants, reflecting divine judgment and the shifting tides of political power. These prophecies are primarily found in the books of Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel, where the prophets convey messages of impending doom and upheaval for the nation of Egypt.

Isaiah's Prophecies

In the book of Isaiah, the prophet speaks of a time when Egypt will be struck with fear and confusion. Isaiah 19:1-4 states: "Behold, the LORD rides on a swift cloud and is coming to Egypt. The idols of Egypt will tremble before Him, and the hearts of the Egyptians will melt within them. 'I will provoke Egyptian against Egyptian; each will fight against his brother and each against his neighbor, city against city, kingdom against kingdom. The spirit of the Egyptians will be emptied out from among them, and I will confound their plans. They will resort to idols and spirits of the dead, to mediums and spiritists. I will deliver the Egyptians into the hands of harsh masters, and a fierce king will rule over them,' declares the Lord GOD of Hosts."

This passage highlights the internal strife and the collapse of societal order, leading to a state of dismay among the Egyptians. The prophecy underscores the futility of relying on idols and false gods, as the true God asserts His sovereignty over the nation.

Jeremiah's Prophecies

Jeremiah also prophesies about the fear and dismay that will grip Egypt. In Jeremiah 46:24-26 , the prophet declares: "The daughter of Egypt will be put to shame; she will be delivered into the hands of the people of the north.' The LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: 'Behold, I will punish Amon of Thebes, Pharaoh, Egypt, her gods and her kings, and those who trust in Pharaoh. I will deliver them into the hands of those who seek their lives, into the hands of Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon and his officers. Afterward, however, Egypt will be inhabited as in times past,' declares the LORD."

Here, the prophecy foretells the conquest of Egypt by Babylon, leading to a period of shame and subjugation. The dismay of the inhabitants is tied to their misplaced trust in Pharaoh and their gods, which ultimately leads to their downfall.

Ezekiel's Prophecies

Ezekiel provides further insight into the dismay of Egypt's inhabitants. In Ezekiel 30:13-16 , the prophet writes: "This is what the Lord GOD says: 'I will destroy the idols and put an end to the images in Memphis. There will no longer be a prince in Egypt, and I will instill fear in that land. I will lay waste Pathros, set fire to Zoan, and execute judgment on Thebes. I will pour out My wrath on Pelusium, the stronghold of Egypt, and cut off the crowds of Thebes. I will set fire to Egypt, Pelusium will writhe in anguish, Thebes will be split open, and Memphis will face daily distress.'"

Ezekiel's prophecy emphasizes the destruction of Egypt's religious and political structures, leading to widespread fear and anguish. The imagery of fire and judgment conveys the severity of God's actions against the nation, resulting in a profound sense of dismay among its people.

These prophecies collectively illustrate a period of divine judgment upon Egypt, characterized by internal conflict, foreign conquest, and the collapse of religious and political systems. The dismay of Egypt's inhabitants serves as a testament to the power and sovereignty of God, who orchestrates the rise and fall of nations according to His divine will.

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Isaiah 19:1,16,17
The burden of Egypt. Behold, the LORD rides on a swift cloud, and shall come into Egypt: and the idols of Egypt shall be moved at his presence, and the heart of Egypt shall melt in the middle of it.
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