“The Greek historian Herodotus records a tradition that after the battle at Megiddo, Neco overthrew Kadytis, which is usually identified with the Philistine city of Gaza. “In verse 1 the reference is to Pharaoh Neco’s campaign of 609 BC, which had a twofold purpose: to prop up a tottering Assyria against a powerful Babylonia, thus maintaining the balance of power to extend his own empire in a time of international chaos.” (Cundall) Before Pharaoh attacked Gaza: “The attack may have occurred when Necho was marching to Harran in 609 BC.” (Harrison) Before Pharaoh attacked Gaza: The prophecy was given before the calamity came upon Gaza, a significant Philistine city. Jeremiah 47 is the record of his prophecy against the Philistines, the ancient enemies and rivals of Israel.ī. Against the Philistines: Jeremiah 46 began the section of Jeremiah’s prophecies against the nations surrounding Judah. The word of the LORD that came to Jeremiah the prophet against the Philistines, before Pharaoh attacked Gaza.Ī.
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