Isaiah 19:20 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

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.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

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.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

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

This verse is part of Isaiah's prophecy about Egypt, written during a time when various empires were conquering and oppressing nations throughout the ancient Near East. Isaiah prophesied that Egypt, despite being a pagan nation, would eventually turn to the God of Israel in their time of need and receive His salvation.

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