The answer is: Jeremiah

Jer 43:9

In the book of Jeremiah, we find the prophet implored to take large stones and bury them in the pavement by Pharaoh’s palace in Egypt. This act wasn't just a quirky chore; it symbolized a powerful message about change and the inevitable ruin of Pharaoh’s glory. What a visual way to communicate the truth that even mighty empires don’t stand forever!

Now, let’s dig a little deeper: Jeremiah wasn’t the only one externalizing significant truths through actions. Think of Ezekiel, who laid on his left side for over a year to symbolize Israel’s punishment. These acts of prophetic theatricality were common, reminding us that messages in the Bible often went beyond mere words—they needed iconic gestures to stick in the minds of the people. Talk about making a lasting impression!

Pharaoh himself was a figure of resilience but in the prophetic lore, he came to symbolize pride and downfall. Flash forward to modern discussions, and one could parallel this biblical narrative with stories of empire and eventual decline—it pours humbling lessons about certainty in life’s ebb and flow.

Triumphs and crashes—in recipients' hearts and histories, there’s so much echoed here! Belshazzar's fall in Daniel 5 came from ignoring significant warnings too. It'll help you embrace these lessons and engage with the rhythm of resilience—and sometimes inevitable fall, signifying the cycling of power and humanity itself. The story echoes onwards and it’s a profound reminder of how transient our own understandings of might can be!