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Jeremiah 48:18
Thou daughter that dost inhabit Dibon, come down fromthy glory, and sit in thirst; for the spoiler of Moab shall come upon thee,and he shall destroy thy strong holds.

Isaiah 20:4
So shall the king of Assyria lead away the Egyptians prisoners, and the Ethiopians captives, young and old, naked and barefoot, even withtheir buttocks uncovered, to the shame of Egypt.

Ezekiel 12:3,4-12
Therefore, thou son of man, prepare thee stuff for removing, and remove by day in their sight; and thou shalt remove from thy place to another place in their sight: it may be they will consider, though theybe a rebellious house…

Jeremiah 44:1
The word that came to Jeremiah concerning all the Jews which dwell in the land of Egypt, which dwell at Migdol, and at Tahpanhes, and at Noph, and in the country of Pathros, saying,

Ezekiel 30:13
Thus saith the Lord GOD; I will also destroy the idols, and I will causetheir images to cease out of Noph; and there shall be no more a prince of the land of Egypt: and I will put a fear in the land of Egypt.

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Jeremiah 26:9
Why hast thou prophesied in the name of the LORD, saying, This house shall be like Shiloh, and this city shall be desolate without an inhabitant? And all the people were gathered against Jeremiah in the house of the LORD.

Jeremiah 34:22
Behold, I will command, saith the LORD, and cause them to return to this city; and they shall fight against it, and take it, and burn it with fire: and I will make the cities of Judah a desolation without an inhabitant.

Jeremiah 51:29,30
And the land shall tremble and sorrow: for every purpose of the LORD shall be performed against Babylon, to make the land of Babylon a desolation without an inhabitant…

O daughter dwelling in Egypt!
The term "daughter" is often used in the Bible to personify cities or nations, indicating a close relationship or identity. Here, it refers to the inhabitants of Egypt, emphasizing their vulnerability and impending suffering. Egypt, historically a place of refuge and power, is now depicted as a place of impending judgment. This phrase also highlights the irony of seeking security in Egypt, a nation that once enslaved the Israelites, and now faces its own downfall.

For Memphis will be laid waste,
Memphis was a significant city in ancient Egypt, serving as a political and religious center. Its mention here underscores the extent of the coming devastation. The prophecy of its destruction aligns with historical accounts of the decline of Egyptian power during the Babylonian conquests. This serves as a testament to the accuracy of biblical prophecy and the sovereignty of God over nations. The fall of Memphis symbolizes the futility of relying on human strength and the certainty of divine judgment.

destroyed and uninhabited.
The complete desolation of Memphis is emphasized, indicating not just a temporary defeat but a lasting ruin. This reflects the thoroughness of God's judgment against those who oppose His will. The imagery of a once-thriving city becoming uninhabited serves as a stark warning to all nations and individuals about the consequences of turning away from God. It also foreshadows the ultimate judgment and restoration themes found throughout Scripture, pointing to the hope of a new creation where righteousness dwells.

“Pack your bags for exile…” (Jeremiah 46:19a)

• God speaks as though the sentence has already been passed. Just as Judah had been warned (Jeremiah 10:17–18), those living in Egypt must prepare to leave everything behind.

• Exile is a consequence, not a possibility. Earlier, Jeremiah had warned the refugees who fled to Egypt that running from Babylon would not spare them (Jeremiah 42:19–22).

• The command underscores God’s sovereignty. No army, alliance, or safe haven can overturn His decree (Isaiah 46:10–11).

“…O daughter dwelling in Egypt!” (Jeremiah 46:19b)

• “Daughter” is a tender but solemn address—God reaches for hearts even while pronouncing judgment (Lamentations 2:13).

• The phrase singles out the Jewish refugees who had settled in Egypt after Jerusalem’s fall (Jeremiah 43:7). They trusted the land of Pharaoh more than the word of the Lord (Jeremiah 44:12–14).

• The location emphasizes misplaced security. Egypt had once been Judah’s oppressor (Exodus 1–14) and was now her false protector (Isaiah 31:1).

“For Memphis will be laid waste…” (Jeremiah 46:19c)

• Memphis, a leading Egyptian capital, symbolizes the nation’s strength and culture (Isaiah 19:13). If Memphis falls, nowhere in Egypt is safe.

• The prophecy came true when Nebuchadnezzar swept through Egypt after defeating its army at Carchemish (Jeremiah 46:13). Ezekiel confirms the same fate (Ezekiel 30:13–16).

• God’s word stands above geopolitical might. The fall of a great city validates earlier promises that He would “punish Amon of Thebes and Pharaoh and Egypt” (Jeremiah 46:25).

“…destroyed and uninhabited.” (Jeremiah 46:19d)

• The triple description—“laid waste, destroyed and uninhabited”—cuts off every hope of quick recovery (Isaiah 13:20).

• History notes multiple devastations of Memphis, culminating in its ruin under Persian and later Greek dominance; the once-majestic city dwindled to ruins, fulfilling the text literally.

• The picture anticipates the ultimate downfall of every worldly refuge that stands against God (Revelation 18:2).

Jeremiah 46:19 is God’s urgent call to people who trust in earthly shelters rather than His word. He orders immediate preparation for exile, warns those who feel at home in Egypt, predicts the fall of the nation’s proudest city, and seals it with a verdict of total desolation. The verse assures us that every promise of Scripture is certain: judgment for rebellion, yet mercy for any who will heed His voice and return to Him.