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Son of man, prophesy, and say, Thus says the Lord Yahweh: Wail you, Alas for the day!
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A Cry of Impending Doom
Commentators explain that the command to "Wail ye, Alas for the day!" is a dramatic and emotional announcement of impending disaster. It's not just a prediction but a call for the Egyptians and their allies to begin mourning now for the terrible, unhappy day of judgment that God has decreed against them.
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Ezekiel
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Reformed Baptist
Son of man, prophesy and say, thus says the Lord God Prophesy against Egypt's king and inhabitants, and in the name …
Presbyterian
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…