Let not the swift flee away, nor the mighty man escape; they shall stumble, and fall toward the north by the river Euphrates.
The fastest runners won't get away, and the strongest fighters won't escape either. They're all going to trip and fall up north by the Euphrates River.
When judgment comes, speed and strength can't save you.
📚 Historical Context
In the 6th century BC, the prophet Jeremiah was warning the nations about God's judgment through the rising power of Babylon, as Judah itself faced threats from surrounding empires. This verse specifically addresses the impending defeat of Egypt's army at the Battle of Carchemish near the Euphrates River, where the swift and mighty would fail to escape. It reflects the historical reality of Babylon's conquests under Nebuchadnezzar, emphasizing God's sovereign control over human events.
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