Jeremiah 25:19

Jeremiah 25:19 Meaning and Explanation

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

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Egypt and its ruler Pharaoh will drink the cup of judgment.

The Context of Jeremiah 25:19

Extending judgment to Egypt, a major world power.

What Does Jeremiah 25:19 Mean?

The second nation to receive the cup is Egypt, ruled by Pharaoh. Not only the king but his servants, princes, and all his people are included in the judgment. Egypt's vast empire and might will not shield it from divine accountability.

Egypt represents one of the two great superpowers of the ancient Near East in this period. Its inclusion signals that no nation, no matter how powerful or prestigious, escapes God's judgment.

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What does Jeremiah 25:19 mean?

Egypt and its ruler Pharaoh will drink the cup of judgment.

What is the context of Jeremiah 25:19?

Extending judgment to Egypt, a major world power.

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