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In that day shall messengers go forth from before me in ships to make the careless Ethiopians afraid; and there shall be anguish on them, as in the day of Egypt; for, behold, it comes.
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Judgment's Ripple Effect
Commentators explain that the judgment on Egypt creates a ripple effect, terrifying its ally, Ethiopia. The news, whether carried by fleeing Egyptians or Babylonian envoys, causes anguish for those who had been living in false security. This illustrates a recurring biblical principle: those who align themselves with God's enemies often share in their punishment.
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Ezekiel
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Careless Ethiopians - The Ethiopians, who were dwelling in imagined security (Zephaniah 2:15), will tremble at Egypt’s ruin.
19th Century
Anglican
Messengers go forth from me in ships. —Compare Isaiah 18:1-2. This does not mean the army of Nebuchadnezzar, which did no…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
In that day shall messengers go forth from me in ships Either by the river Nile, or by the Red sea, to Arabia Felix,…
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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…
