In that day shall five cities in the land of Egypt speak the language of Canaan, and swear to the LORD of hosts; one shall be called, The city of destruction.
On that day, five cities in Egypt will speak the Hebrew language and pledge their loyalty to the LORD of armies. One of these cities will be called 'The City of Destruction.'
God is saying that even Egypt will one day turn to worship Him, with five Egyptian cities speaking Hebrew and swearing allegiance to the LORD.
📚 Historical Context
During the time of the prophet Isaiah in the 8th century BC, Egypt was a dominant empire that often formed alliances or conflicts with Israel, as seen in the broader context of Isaiah's prophecies against surrounding nations. This verse is part of a larger oracle in Isaiah 19, which foretells both judgment on Egypt for its idolatry and pride, as well as a future turning point where some Egyptians would pledge allegiance to the God of Israel, symbolizing a shift from enmity to worship. The mention of speaking the language of Canaan and a city called "destruction" reflects the biblical theme of God's sovereign plan to redeem and judge nations, possibly alluding to historical cities in Egypt that could align with or face divine consequences.
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