Isaiah 19:21

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

وَسَيُعرَفُ اللهُ فِي مِصرَ. وَسَتَعرِفُ مِصرَ مَنْ هُوَ اللهُ فِي ذَلِكَ الوَقتِ، وَسَيَعبُدُونَهُ بِذَبائِحَ وَتَقدِماتٍ، وَسَيَنذِرُونَ للهِ نُذُوراً وَيُوفُونَ بِها.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Isaiah tells us that one day, the Egyptians will come to know God and will begin to worship Him through sacrifices and offerings. It speaks of a future where God's presence is recognized in Egypt, a place far from Israel.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who has never heard of your favorite game. One day, your friend learns about the game and starts playing it with you. That's like what this verse says about Egypt and God. Egypt will start to know and play by God's rules.

Historical Background

Isaiah, a prophet, wrote this around 700 BCE. He was speaking to the people of Israel about a future when God's presence would be known in Egypt, a nation often at odds with Israel. This prophecy looks forward to a time of reconciliation and worship.

Living It Out Today

In today's context, this verse can remind us of the power of God's message to reach across cultural and geographical barriers. Just like the Egyptians were to know God, God's message can change lives even in places far from where it first started.

Topics

• prophecy
• worship
• reconciliation
• Egypt
• sacrifice
• faith

Related Verses

• Isaiah 45:14
• Zephaniah 3:9
• Romans 15:11
• Acts 8:26-40
• Revelation 7:9

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean that the Egyptians will 'do sacrifice and oblation'?

This means they will offer sacrifices and perform rituals as a form of worship to God, similar to practices in ancient Israel.

Why is it significant that the Egyptians will know God?

Egypt was a powerful nation with its own gods and practices. The prophecy shows that even such a nation would acknowledge and worship the God of Israel.

How can this verse apply to us today?

It shows that God's influence can spread beyond geographical or cultural boundaries, encouraging us to see the potential for God's message to reach anyone.

Are there other Bible passages that talk about Egypt and God?

Yes, there are many passages, such as Exodus 14:31 and Psalms 105:23-24, which highlight God's dealings with Egypt.