The Bible contains numerous prophecies directed not only at Israel and Judah but also at the surrounding nations. These prophecies serve as divine judgments against nations that opposed God's people or engaged in practices contrary to His will. The prophetic messages often highlight God's sovereignty over all nations and His ultimate plan for justice and righteousness.

Babylon

Babylon, a symbol of pride and idolatry, is the subject of several prophetic judgments. Isaiah 13-14 and Jeremiah 50-51 contain extensive prophecies against Babylon, foretelling its downfall. Isaiah 13:19 declares, "And Babylon, the jewel of kingdoms, the glory of the pride of the Chaldeans, will be overthrown by God like Sodom and Gomorrah." These prophecies were fulfilled when Babylon fell to the Medes and Persians in 539 BC.

Egypt

Egypt, a powerful and influential nation in biblical times, is frequently mentioned in prophetic literature. Ezekiel 29-32 contains a series of prophecies against Egypt, predicting its desolation and the scattering of its people. Ezekiel 29:15 states, "It will be the lowliest of kingdoms and will never again exalt itself above the nations. For I will diminish Egypt so that it will never again rule over the nations." These prophecies highlight Egypt's decline from its former glory.

Edom

Edom, the descendants of Esau, is often condemned for its hostility toward Israel. The book of Obadiah is entirely dedicated to the prophecy against Edom, emphasizing its impending destruction due to its pride and violence against Jacob's descendants. Obadiah 1:4 warns, "Though you soar like the eagle and make your nest among the stars, even from there I will bring you down, declares the LORD."

Moab

The nation of Moab, located east of the Dead Sea, is the subject of prophetic judgment in Isaiah 15-16 and Jeremiah 48. These prophecies predict Moab's devastation and lament its downfall. Isaiah 16:6 states, "We have heard of Moab’s pride, his exceeding pride and conceit, his overflowing arrogance. But his boasting is empty."

Ammon

Ammon, another neighbor of Israel, is condemned for its aggression and idolatry. Jeremiah 49:1-6 and Ezekiel 25:1-7 contain prophecies against Ammon, predicting its destruction and the loss of its land. Jeremiah 49:4 questions, "Why do you boast of your valleys, your valleys so fruitful, O faithless daughter, who trusts in her treasures, saying, ‘Who can come against me?’"

Philistia

The Philistines, perennial enemies of Israel, are also subject to divine judgment. Prophecies against Philistia are found in Isaiah 14:28-32, Jeremiah 47, and Ezekiel 25:15-17. Ezekiel 25:16 declares, "Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: I will stretch out My hand against the Philistines, and I will cut off the Cherethites and destroy the remnant along the coast."

Tyre and Sidon

The cities of Tyre and Sidon, known for their wealth and commerce, are addressed in prophetic literature. Ezekiel 26-28 contains a detailed prophecy against Tyre, predicting its destruction by many nations. Ezekiel 26:14 proclaims, "I will make you a bare rock, and you will become a place to spread nets. You will never be rebuilt, for I have spoken, declares the Lord GOD."

Assyria

Assyria, a dominant empire known for its cruelty, is also subject to prophetic judgment. Nahum prophesies the fall of Nineveh, the capital of Assyria, in vivid detail. Nahum 3:5 states, "Behold, I am against you, declares the LORD of Hosts. I will lift your skirts over your face; I will show the nations your nakedness and the kingdoms your shame."

These prophecies against other nations underscore the biblical theme of God's justice and His control over the affairs of all peoples. They serve as a reminder of the consequences of pride, idolatry, and opposition to God's purposes.