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Bringing Down the False Lights
The downfall of the Pharaoh is portrayed as a literal and metaphorical defeat. The Pharaoh, claiming power and strength, is revealed as an agent of chaos, akin to Cain, who acts harmfully in the name of a false cause. His actions lead to a retribution where he will face the same fate he imposed on others, resulting in his body becoming a resource for other nations. The imagery of extinguishing light serves to illustrate his impending doom, as it signifies a cosmic de-creation, where not only is he diminished, but also the heavens and stars are darkened—the cosmos itself reflecting the consequences of his reign.