This shall be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all nations that come not up to keep the feast of tabernacles.
This is what will happen to Egypt and every other nation that refuses to show up and celebrate the Festival of Shelters, they're going to face the consequences.
Skip God's celebration, face the fallout.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Zechariah, written around 520 BC during the rebuilding of the Jerusalem temple after the Babylonian exile, the prophet delivers visions of the end times where God establishes His kingdom and requires all nations to worship Him. The Feast of Tabernacles was an ancient Jewish festival that commemorated God's provision during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings, symbolizing joy, thanksgiving, and dependence on God. This verse specifically warns of judgment on nations like Egypt that refuse to participate in this worship, reflecting a broader biblical theme of universal accountability to God's laws.
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