Jeremiah 2:18
Now what will you gain on your way to Egypt
What it says
Judah is asked what she gains by going to Egypt for the waters of the Nile or to Assyria for the Euphrates.
What it is doing
This verse exposes the futility of seeking help elsewhere.
In context
14Is Israel a slave? 15The young lions have roared at him; 16The men of Memphis and Tahpanhes 17Have you not brought this on yourself 18Now what will you gain on your way to Egypt 19Your own evil will discipline you; 20“For long ago you broke your yoke 21I had planted you like a choice vine 22Although you wash with lye