# See

"Look" or "Listen" or "Pay attention to what I am about to tell you"

# Yahweh rides on a swift cloud

Yahweh seems to be pictured here as riding on a cloud as if he was riding in a chariot. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])

# the idols of Egypt quake before him

The idols are described as having feelings of fear as Yahweh approaches. Alternate translation: "the idols of Egypt tremble in fear before Yahweh" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-personification]])

# the hearts of the Egyptians melt within themselves

The heart melting represents losing their courage. Alternate translation: "the Egyptians have no more courage" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])

