Joel

Septuaginta. The Old Testament in Greek According to the Septuagint. Volume 3: Hosea-4 Maccabees, Psalms of Solomon, Enoch, The Odes. Swete, Henry Barclay, editor. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1905

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This prophetic book of the Old Testament presents the prophet Joel’s proclamations regarding divine judgment, mercy, and ultimate salvation. The work opens with a vivid description of devastation caused by a severe locust plague and a harsh drought, prompting Joel to call upon the priests and the entire populace to fast and repent. He then warns of the imminent "Day of the Lord," characterized by a menacing invading army, yet urges the people to return to God with sincere hearts to seek His mercy. In response, the Lord pities His people, promising the restoration of the land, abundant harvests, and the outpouring of His Spirit upon all flesh. Finally, the narrative culminates in the judgment of the hostile nations in the Valley of Jehoshaphat, while Judah and Jerusalem are granted eternal blessing and restoration.