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9. A prophecy against Egypt and Cush (20:1-6)

9. A prophecy against Egypt and Cush (20:1-6)

This chapter summarizes Isaiah’s beliefs about trusting Egypt and Cush. They both were doomed. How much more anyone who trusted them! Imagine the visual effect that Isaiah’s physical appearance must have had.

The historical referent is probably 713-711 b.c. when Ashdod attempted a revolt against Assyria. Egypt promised unlimited assistance. Sargon, the Assyrian ruler, responded with force, crushed Ashdod, and the Egyptians did absolutely nothing to help Ashdod.

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