What does the Bible say about egyptians?

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The Bible presents the Egyptians as a significant ancient people under God’s sovereign rule, used both in his providence to preserve his people and in their oppression to display his saving power and righteous judgment. Genesis 10:6, 10:13-14 traces Egypt’s origins through Mizraim, a son of Ham. Egypt became a place of refuge during famine for Abraham and later for Jacob’s family, though Genesis 12:10-20 also warns of the spiritual and moral dangers surrounding Abraham there. Through Joseph, sold into Egypt and honored after death according to Egyptian custom, God preserved Israel. Exodus 1 shows Egypt enslaving Israel, setting the stage for the Lord’s deliverance. Even Egypt’s renowned wisdom, 1 Kings 4:30 says, was surpassed by Solomon’s God-given wisdom.