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A Total Dismantling of Power
Commentators explain that God breaking both the "strong" and the "broken" arms of Pharaoh signifies a total and complete judgment. This wasn't a partial defeat; it was the dismantling of Egypt's entire power structure—both its remaining strength and its already weakened ambitions. The image of the sword falling from Pharaoh's hand illustrates his utter helplessness before God's decree.
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Ezekiel
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Albert Barnes
On Ezekiel 30:20–26
18th Century
Theologian
This fourth prophecy against Egypt was spoken three months before the capture of Jerusalem (Ezekiel 26:1) and three months after the pr…
Charles Ellicott
On Ezekiel 30:22
19th Century
Bishop
The strong, and that which was broken— i.e., the whole power of Egypt, both insofar as already crippled, and insofar as i…
John Gill
On Ezekiel 30:22
17th Century
Pastor
Therefore thus says the Lord God, behold, I am against Pharaoh king of Egypt: The then present …
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Matthew Henry
On Ezekiel 30:20–26
17th Century
Minister
Egypt will grow weaker and weaker. If lesser judgments do not prevail to humble and reform sinners, God will send greater. God justly breaks power …