The princes of Zoan are become fools, the princes of Noph are deceived; they have also seduced Egypt, even they that are the stay of the tribes thereof.
The leaders of Zoan have become foolish, and the leaders of Noph have been deceived. These very people who were supposed to be the foundation and support of Egypt's tribes have instead led the nation astray.
The writer is saying that Egypt's most trusted leaders have become foolish and misguided, leading their entire nation down the wrong path instead of providing wise guidance.
📚 Historical Context
In the 8th century BC, the prophet Isaiah delivered a message of judgment against Egypt, a powerful nation that Israel often relied on for alliances but which had turned away from God through pride and idolatry. Zoan (likely Tanis) and Noph (Memphis) were key cities in Egypt, known for their influential leaders who were expected to provide wisdom and stability, but Isaiah declared them fools for deceiving the people and leading the nation astray. This prophecy highlighted God's sovereignty over all empires, warning that human leaders' reliance on their own counsel would result in downfall.
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