Joel 2:17
The Scripture
(17) Let the priests, the ministers of the LORD, weep between the porch and the altar, and let them say, Spare thy people, O LORD, and give not thine heritage to reproach, that the heathen should rule over them: wherefore should they say among the people, Where is their God?
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the prophet Joel warns of a great disaster that will come upon Israel, describing a fire from heaven that will destroy the land. He also speaks of a future restoration, when God will send a messenger to gather the people and bring about deliverance. The chapter emphasizes God's judgment and the hope of deliverance.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Joel 1:9Joel 1:13I Kings 6:3II Chronicles 8:12Ezekiel 8:16Matthew 23:35Hosea 14:2Exodus 32:11Exodus 32:12Exodus 32:13Exodus 34:9Deuteronomy 9:16
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