Ezekiel 30:10
Thus saith the Lord GOD; I will also make the multitude of Egypt to cease by the hand of Nebuchadrezzar king of Babylon.
Original Language Analysis
כֹּ֥ה
H3541
כֹּ֥ה
Strong's:
H3541
Word #:
1 of 12
properly, like this, i.e., by implication, (of manner) thus (or so); also (of place) here (or hither); or (of time) now
וְהִשְׁבַּתִּי֙
to cease
H7673
וְהִשְׁבַּתִּי֙
to cease
Strong's:
H7673
Word #:
5 of 12
to repose, i.e., desist from exertion; used in many implied relations (causative, figurative or specific)
אֶת
H853
אֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
6 of 12
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
הֲמ֣וֹן
I will also make the multitude
H1995
הֲמ֣וֹן
I will also make the multitude
Strong's:
H1995
Word #:
7 of 12
a noise, tumult, crowd; also disquietude, wealth
בְּיַ֖ד
by the hand
H3027
בְּיַ֖ד
by the hand
Strong's:
H3027
Word #:
9 of 12
a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v
Historical Context
Nebuchadnezzar (605-562 BC) was ancient history's most successful conqueror. His Egyptian campaign fulfilled multiple prophetic oracles (Jeremiah 46, Ezekiel 29-32). Historical records confirm Babylonian military operations against Egypt.
Questions for Reflection
- How does God's use of pagan rulers to accomplish His purposes demonstrate His absolute sovereignty?
- What comfort does God's control over history provide when circumstances seem chaotic or threatening?
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Analysis & Commentary
God will 'make the multitude of Egypt to cease by the hand of Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon.' This explicitly identifies Babylon as God's instrument. Though Nebuchadnezzar acted from his own ambitions, God sovereignly directed his campaigns to accomplish divine purposes. This reveals God's absolute control over history, using even pagan rulers to execute His will.