Jeremiah 25:20

"Pharaoh king of Egypt, with his servants, his princes, and all his people;"

Key Reflection

In Jeremiah 25:20, the prophet lists Pharaoh, along with his entourage including servants and princes, as one of those who will be subject to the Babylonian empire's wrath. This verse reflects the broader historical context where various nations, including Egypt, were warned about the impending judgment from the Babylonians. The inclusion of such a powerful figure underscores the comprehensive nature of this divine decree, emphasizing that no nation would remain untouched by the Babylonian conquests.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

The mingled people -Either auxiliaries; or, rather, a constituent portion of the people of Egypt, who were not of pure blood. Azzah -i. e., Gaza. The remnant of Ashdod -A sentence which none but a contemporary writer could have used. Psammetichus, after a siege of 29 years, had captured and destroyed Ashdod, except for a feeble remnant.

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