Jeremiah 46:6
"Why have I seen it? They are dismayed and are turned backward. Their mighty ones are beaten down, have fled in haste, and don’t look back. Terror is on every side,” says the LORD."
Key Reflection
In Jeremiah 46:6, the Lord speaks to the people of Judah, revealing how the Egyptian army, facing a significant defeat, fled in panic and despair. The imagery of soldiers turning their backs without looking back conveys the sudden and complete collapse of Egyptian forces, leaving only terror and chaos behind. This prophecy would have resonated deeply with Jeremiah's audience as it fulfilled earlier warnings about Egypt’s impending failure, highlighting the power and sovereignty of Yahweh over the mightiest nations.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes