KJV ORIGINAL
Who is this that cometh up as a flood, whose waters are moved as the rivers?
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Who is this rising up like a massive flood, with waters rushing and churning like wild rivers?
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes the most overwhelming forces start with a simple question: 'Who is this?'
📚 Historical Context
Jeremiah was a prophet in ancient Judah during the 6th century BC, a time when the Babylonian Empire was rising and threatening neighboring nations like Egypt. In Jeremiah 46, God uses this verse to describe Egypt's army advancing like a mighty flood, symbolizing their arrogance and overconfidence in battle. This prophecy was part of God's broader judgment on nations that opposed His plans, highlighting Egypt's eventual defeat by Babylon.
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