30:25 30:25

Ezekiel 30:26

31:1 31:1

Bible Versions

And I will scatter the Egyptians among the nations, and disperse them among the countries; and they shall know that I [am] the LORD.
And I will scatter {H6327} the Egyptians {H4714} among the nations {H1471}, and disperse {H2219} them among the countries {H776}; and they shall know {H3045} that I am the LORD {H3068}.
Yes, I will scatter the Egyptians among the nations and disperse them throughout the countries; and they will know that I am ADONAI.'"
I will disperse the Egyptians among the nations and scatter them throughout the lands. Then they will know that I am the LORD.”
And I will scatter the Egyptians among the nations, and disperse them through the countries; and they shall know that I am Jehovah.

Context of Ezekiel 30:26

Ezekiel 30:26 is part of a series of prophecies against Egypt, a powerful nation that often served as a false hope or unreliable ally for Judah during the Babylonian exile. These chapters (Ezekiel 29-32) detail God's impending judgment upon Egypt and its Pharaoh, often at the hands of Nebuchadnezzar, King of Babylon. The prophecies highlight Egypt's pride and its ultimate subjugation, serving as a stark reminder that no nation, however mighty, is beyond the sovereign control of the LORD. This specific verse speaks to the consequences of God's judgment: the widespread dispersion of the Egyptian people.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Divine Judgment and Sovereignty: The verse powerfully asserts God's active role in the affairs of nations. It is God Himself who declares, "I will scatter the Egyptians," demonstrating His absolute authority over global powers and their destinies. This underscores the theme that no nation can stand against the divine will.
  • Dispersion as Punishment: The scattering "among the nations" and dispersing "among the countries" signifies a profound loss of national identity, power, and security. This judgment of scattering and dispersion was a common form of divine judgment in the ancient Near East, often experienced by Israel itself, and here it is applied to Egypt.
  • The Purpose of Judgment: Knowing God: The concluding phrase, "and they shall know that I am the LORD," is a hallmark of Ezekiel's prophecy. It reveals that the ultimate purpose of God's judgments—even severe ones—is not merely punishment, but self-revelation. Through these acts, both the Egyptians and the surrounding nations would be forced to acknowledge the unique power and identity of Yahweh, the God of Israel. This recurring refrain throughout Ezekiel's prophecy (e.g., Ezekiel 36:23) signifies that God's ultimate purpose in His actions, whether judgment or restoration, is to reveal His sovereignty and unique identity.

Linguistic Insights

The phrase "they shall know that I am the LORD" is a crucial theological statement in the book of Ezekiel, appearing over 60 times. In Hebrew, it is yada' ki 'ani Yahweh (יָדְעוּ כִּי אֲנִי יְהוָה). The verb yada' means "to know," implying not just intellectual understanding but experiential recognition and acknowledgment. This knowledge is often compelled by God's mighty acts, forcing recognition of His unique deity and power, whether through judgment or salvation.

Practical Application

Ezekiel 30:26 serves as a timeless reminder of God's sovereignty over all human affairs. In a world often marked by political instability, international conflicts, and the rise and fall of powerful nations, this verse reassures us that God remains in control. It teaches us that:

  • God's Justice Prevails: No nation or individual is exempt from divine accountability. Pride and opposition to God's purposes will ultimately face His judgment.
  • God's Purpose in Adversity: Even in difficult or destructive events, God has a redemptive and revelatory purpose. His actions are designed to lead people to a deeper knowledge and recognition of who He is.
  • Trust in God, Not Worldly Powers: Believers are called to place their ultimate trust not in the strength of earthly empires or alliances, but in the unwavering power and faithfulness of the LORD, who governs all things.
Note: Commentary is generated by AI with a directive for Biblical fidelity. Always rely on the Holy Spirit for discernment. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Daniel 11:42

    He shall stretch forth his hand also upon the countries: and the land of Egypt shall not escape.

  • Ezekiel 29:12

    And I will make the land of Egypt desolate in the midst of the countries [that are] desolate, and her cities among the cities [that are] laid waste shall be desolate forty years: and I will scatter the Egyptians among the nations, and will disperse them through the countries.

  • Ezekiel 30:17

    The young men of Aven and of Pibeseth shall fall by the sword: and these [cities] shall go into captivity.

  • Ezekiel 30:18

    At Tehaphnehes also the day shall be darkened, when I shall break there the yokes of Egypt: and the pomp of her strength shall cease in her: as for her, a cloud shall cover her, and her daughters shall go into captivity.

  • Ezekiel 30:23

    And I will scatter the Egyptians among the nations, and will disperse them through the countries.

  • Ezekiel 6:13

    Then shall ye know that I [am] the LORD, when their slain [men] shall be among their idols round about their altars, upon every high hill, in all the tops of the mountains, and under every green tree, and under every thick oak, the place where they did offer sweet savour to all their idols.
 Back

Search Scripture