The great dragon — The crocodile; our prophet, as well as Isaiah, compares the Egyptian king to that devouring serpent, or dragon. That lieth — Not only at rest, but waiting for prey. My river — My kingdom, power, riches, and forces, all the strength and glory of Egypt.
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Ezekiel 29:3
3 Speak, and say, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, I am against thee, Pharaoh king of Egypt, the great dragon that lieth in the midst of his rivers, which hath said, My river is mine own, and I have made it for myself.