Ezekiel 29:10
“therefore, behold, I am against you, and against your rivers. I will make the land of Egypt an utter waste and desolation, from the tower of Seveneh even to the border of Ethiopia.”
What does Ezekiel 29:10 mean?
God is announcing judgment against Egypt through the prophet Ezekiel, declaring that the land will become completely desolate. The rivers, which were the lifeblood of Egyptian civilization and prosperity, are included in this judgment, suggesting that what Egypt relied on for survival would fail them. This was spoken during a time when Egypt was a major power that had oppressed Israel, and God was making clear that no earthly kingdom, no matter how mighty, stands outside his authority. For those facing overwhelming circumstances, this passage reminds us that God sees injustice and oppression, and that his justice, though sometimes delayed, ultimately prevails.