Why are thy valiant men swept away? they stood not, because the LORD did drive them.
Why did your strongest warriors get completely wiped out? They couldn't even stand their ground because the LORD himself was pushing them back.
When God moves against you, even your strongest people can't hold the line.
📚 Historical Context
In the 6th century BC, the prophet Jeremiah was delivering God's messages of judgment against various nations, including Egypt, during a time of rising Babylonian power. This verse specifically refers to the defeat of Egypt's strong warriors, likely alluding to events like the Battle of Carchemish in 605 BC, where Egypt's forces were overwhelmed because they relied on their own might rather than aligning with God's will. It underscores the biblical theme that no human army can prevail against divine judgment.
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