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The young men of Aven and of Pibeseth shall fall by the sword; and these [cities] shall go into captivity.
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Judgment on Centers of Idolatry
Commentators explain that the cities mentioned, Aven and Pibeseth, were major centers of Egyptian idolatry. Aven (Heliopolis) was the city of the sun god, and Pibeseth (Bubastis) was dedicated to a cat-headed goddess. The prophecy's focus on these specific cities highlights that God's judgment was a direct response to their false worship.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Aven - The same as “On” (Genesis 41:45), or “Heliopolis.” The word “Aven” also means “transgression” (). Some have thought that …
19th Century
Anglican
Of Aven and of Pi-beseth.— Aven is the same as On (Genesis 41:45, 50) and as Bethshemesh (House of the Sun; [Reference…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The young men of Aven and of Phibeseth shall fall by the sword
Aven is the same wit…
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The prophecy of the destruction of Egypt is very comprehensive. Those who cast their lot with God's enemies will be with them in punishment. The ki…
