Joel 2:18

Translations

Modern

Then the LORD became jealous for His land, and He spared His people.

Traditional

Then will the Lord be jealous for his land, and pity his people.

Literal

And YHWH will be jealous for His land, and He will have pity on His people.

Latin

Zelatus est Dominus terram suam, et pepercit populo suo.

Original

Hebrew

English

Then the LORD became jealous for His land, and He spared His people.

Notes

Joel 2:18

Since both people and land suffered from God's judgment, they would both receive his passionate compassion.

Joel 2:18–3:21

So far, the book of Joel has discussed God's judgment on Judah and Jerusalem. From now on, it talks about God's promise to restore them. If the people truly repented, God would respond with kindness.

Joel 2:18–27

God promised to restore the material life of his people in the near future. He would refill their fields, orchards, vineyards, and flocks.

Theme notes and profiles

Apostasy and Renewal

Events

Prophecies of Joelc. 820 BC

Related verses

Zechariah 8:2
This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “I am jealous for Zion with great zeal; I am jealous for her with great fervor.”
Psalm 103:13
As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear Him.
Zechariah 1:14
Then the angel who was speaking with me said, “Proclaim this word: This is what the LORD of Hosts says: ‘I am very jealous for Jerusalem and Zion,
James 5:11
See how blessed we consider those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen the outcome from the Lord. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.
Lamentations 3:22
Because of the loving devotion of the LORD we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail.
Isaiah 63:9
In all their distress, He too was afflicted, and the Angel of His Presence saved them. In His love and compassion He redeemed them; He lifted them up and carried them all the days of old.
Isaiah 63:15
Look down from heaven and see, from Your holy and glorious habitation. Where are Your zeal and might? Your yearning and compassion for me are restrained.
Isaiah 60:10
Foreigners will rebuild your walls, and their kings will serve you. Although I struck you in anger, yet in favor I will show you mercy.
Jeremiah 31:20
Is not Ephraim a precious son to Me, a delightful child? Though I often speak against him, I still remember him. Therefore My heart yearns for him; I have great compassion for him,” declares the LORD.
Luke 15:20
So he got up and went to his father. But while he was still in the distance, his father saw him and was filled with compassion. He ran to his son, embraced him, and kissed him.
Deuteronomy 32:43
Rejoice, O heavens, with Him, and let all God’s angels worship Him. Rejoice, O nations, with His people; for He will avenge the blood of His children. He will take vengeance on His adversaries and repay those who hate Him; He will cleanse His land and His people.
Hosea 11:8–9
How could I give you up, O Ephraim? How could I surrender you, O Israel? How could I make you like Admah? How could I treat you like Zeboiim? My heart is turned within Me; My compassion is stirred!

Glossary

Book of Joel Darkness Day of the Lord Mercy New Covenant

Topics

God: Jealous Prayer: Answer To, Promise Repentance: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To

Joel 2:18

Translations?

Original?

Notes?

Events?

Related verses?

Glossary?

Topics?

Translations

Original

Notes

Events

Related verses

Glossary

Topics