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A Nation's Fall Has Ripples
Scholars agree that Tyre's destruction caused intense pain in Egypt. This wasn't just sympathy; it was a crisis. Egypt lost a key trading partner and a strategic military buffer against invading empires. This verse shows how the judgment on one nation can have devastating economic and political consequences for its allies, demonstrating the interconnectedness of the world.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 23:5
18th Century
Theologian
As at the report concerning Egypt - According to our translation, this verse seems to mean that the Sidonians and other nations were pained …
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 23:5
19th Century
Bishop
As at the report concerning Egypt ... —Better, When the report comes to Egypt ... The news of the captur…
John Calvin
On Isaiah 23:5
16th Century
Theologian
As soon as the report shall reach the Egyptians. In this verse he declares that this destruction will affect the inhabitants of Tyre and t…
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John Gill
On Isaiah 23:5
17th Century
Pastor
As at the report concerning Egypt Its future destruction prophesied of, (Isaiah 19:1–25) or what had in times…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 23:1–14
17th Century
Minister
Tyre was the trading center of the nations. She was known for her joy and entertainment; and this made her reluctant to consider the warnings God g…