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A Coalition of Might
Commentators explain that this verse lists the formidable components of Egypt's army. It wasn't just Egyptians but a coalition of hired mercenaries, including Cushites (Ethiopians), Put (Libyans), and Ludim (skilled archers). This historical detail shows the immense military power Pharaoh had assembled for this battle.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 46:9
18th Century
Theologian
Rather, Go up, advance, ye horses; and drive furiously, ye chariots; and let the mighty men go forth. They march out of Egypt, arranged in…
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 46:9
19th Century
Bishop
The Ethiopians and the Libyans. —In the Hebrew, Cush and Put. The verse describes the prominent elements in the …
John Calvin
On Jeremiah 46:9
16th Century
Theologian
He continues with the same subject and enumerates whatever might discredit his prophecy. For when the faithful saw that the Egyptians embarked on t…
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John Gill
On Jeremiah 46:9
17th Century
Pastor
Come up, you horses; and rage, you chariots These are either the words of Pharaoh, giving orders to his cavalry and chari…
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 46:1–12
17th Century
Minister
The whole word of God is against those who do not obey the gospel of Christ; but it is for those, even Gentiles, who turn to Him. The prophecy begi…