Isaiah 30:7

For the Egyptians shall help in vain, and to no purpose: therefore have I cried concerning this, Their strength is to sit still.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Isaiah 30:7

BSB
Egypt's help is futile and empty; therefore I have called her Rahab Who Sits Still.
AKJV
For the Egyptians shall help in vain, and to no purpose: therefore have I cried concerning this, Their strength is to sit still.
CPDV
For Egypt will offer assistance, but without purpose or success. Therefore, concerning this, I cried out: "It is only arrogance! Remain calm."
ERV
For Egypt helpeth in vain, and to no purpose: therefore have I called her Rahab that sitteth still.
NHEB
For Egypt helps in vain, and to no purpose; therefore have I called her Rahab who sits still.
SMT
And the Egyptians shall help in vain, and to no purpose; therefore I called to this their violence ceased.

Commentary for Isaiah 30:7

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Isaiah 30:7
Summary
Egyptian aid proves completely ineffectual
Place
Egypt
Event
Egyptian help declared worthless
Estimated Time Period
c. 700 BC
Category
Judgment