Ezekiel 30:14Meaning & Commentary from the Church Fathers

The sword will descend upon the Egyptians, leading to unrest in Ethiopia. They will seize their riches, take captives, and plunder their goods. The Ethiopians, the Futeans, the Libyans, all of Arabia, the Kubeans, and the descendants of the covenant land will join forces with them. I will unleash fire upon Egypt and bring devastation to the land and its fulfillment. I will bring death to those in the household of Paphros, set fire to Tzoan, and execute judgment in Noh. Thus, the sword will strike Egypt, Ethiopia will be filled with shame, and the riches of Egypt will be taken by the Futeans, the Libyans, and other northern peoples.

The leaders of Memphis, who were entrusted with the governance of Egypt at that time, will meet their fate. A wave of fear will sweep over all Egyptians as Tanis is consumed by flames. Diospolis will face utter devastation, and the great city of Sais will endure immense suffering; in short, all of Egypt will be ravaged by invaders as if engulfed by fire, causing turmoil that will extend to Siena, which lies within the region. The unexpected nature of the assault is evident when it is declared, There shall be in Memphis enemies unexpected. For along with the news received, the conflict will commence.