Pharaoh king of Egypt, and his servants, and his princes, and all his people;
Pharaoh the king of Egypt, along with his officials, his royal leaders, and all his people;
This verse lists Egypt's king and all his people as part of those who will face God's judgment.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Jeremiah, the prophet is delivering a divine message about God's judgment on various nations, including Egypt, as part of the Babylonian conquest around 605 BC during the reign of King Jehoiakim of Judah. This verse lists Pharaoh and his people as targets of this judgment, reflecting the historical tensions between Judah, Egypt, and the rising Babylonian empire. Jeremiah's prophecy highlights how these nations' pride and idolatry led to their downfall.
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