And it shall be for a sign and for a witness unto the LORD of hosts in the land of Egypt: for they shall cry unto the LORD because of the oppressors, and he shall send them a saviour, and a great one, and he shall deliver them.
This will be a sign and proof to the LORD Almighty in the land of Egypt: when they cry out to the LORD because of those who oppress them, he will send them a savior, a great one, and he will rescue them.
God promises that when the Egyptians cry out to Him for help against their oppressors, He will send them a great savior to deliver them.
📚 Historical Context
In the 8th century BC, the prophet Isaiah was delivering prophecies to Judah about surrounding nations, including Egypt, during a time of political instability and threats from empires like Assyria. This verse is part of an oracle predicting Egypt's oppression and eventual turning to God, symbolizing His sovereignty over all nations and His promise of deliverance. It reflects the historical reality of Egypt as a powerful but often idolatrous neighbor to Israel, facing judgment and redemption.
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