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Judgment on a Nation's Lifeline
Commentators stress that fishing was a cornerstone of the Egyptian economy and a staple food for its people. Scholars note that the Nile's fisheries were so productive they generated immense revenue. By targeting this industry, God's judgment strikes at the very source of the nation's sustenance and wealth, causing widespread economic collapse and sorrow.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 19:8
18th Century
Theologian
The fishers also - In this verse and the two following, the prophet describes the calamities that would come upon various classes of the inh…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 19:8
19th Century
Bishop
The fishers also shall mourn. — With the failure of the river, at least one of the industries of Egypt also failed. Fish …
John Calvin
On Isaiah 19:8
16th Century
Theologian
And the fishers shall mourn. Isaiah still keeps in view the condition of Egypt. We have previously mentioned that the prophets used those …
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John Gill
On Isaiah 19:8
17th Century
Pastor
The fishers also shall mourn
Because there will be no fish to catch, the waters of the river being dried up, and so …
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 19:1–17
17th Century
Minister
God will come into Egypt with his judgments. He will raise up the causes of their destruction from among themselves.
When ungodly people esc…