What do the plagues reveal about idolatry?

Each plague was specifically targeted against the gods of Egypt, illustrating their impotence and the futility of idolatry. For example, the plague of frogs challenged the frog goddess Heket, while the darkness plague highlighted the powerlessness of the sun god Ra. By systematically dismantling Egypt's reliance on these false deities, God demonstrated that He alone is sovereign and worthy of worship. Furthermore, this theme carries into the New Testament as well, where believers are called to flee from idolatry, recognizing that modern forms of idolatry—whether materialism, self-worship, or any other distractions—can also lead to spiritual ruin. The plagues remind us that true God is a consuming fire and that we should only bow down to Him who created and sustains all things (Exodus 8:10, Hebrews 12:29).