Study the bible online using commentary on joel and more. Nothing other than his name is known about the prophet. This is the day in which god reveals his attributes of wrath, power, and holiness, and it is a terrifying day to his enemies. Joel is a narrative and prophetic source of wisdom.
Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. In the first chapter, the day of the lord is experienced historically by the plague of locusts upon the land. A day of darkness and gloominess, a day of clouds and thick darkness, like the morning clouds spread over the mountains. Besides this very short message we do not know anything about the person and circumstances of joel s life. Book of joel overview insight for living ministries. Joel bible book with full chapters king james version. Basically, it is that, the day of the lord is coming to bring judgment for gods enemies and restoration for gods people. A day of darkness and of gloominess, a day of clouds and of thick darkness, as the morning spread upon the mountains. A discourse analysis of the hebrew bible zondervan exegetical commentary on the old testament barker, joel, block, daniel i. He sent us to warn them about the consequences of their sin, and to give them a chance to ask for forgiveness. We know little of the prophet joel beyond a few personal details contained in the book itself. Joel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Out of this repentance there would come material blessings followed by an outpouring of spiritual blessings homer hailey.
Summary of the book of joel the story of the bible. Charles savelle center point bible institute 1 the book of joel message. The prophet joel cannot be identified with any of the 12 other figures in the ot who have the same name. Top 5 commentaries on the book of joel ligonier ministries. Yuil was a prophet of ancient israel, the second of the twelve minor prophets and according to the book itself the author of the book of joel. Book of joel the prophet, the book of joel commentary. Joel intro to joel biblica the international bible society. Joel 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. A discourse analysis of the hebrew bible zondervan. Title the greek septuagint and latin vulgate versions follow the hebrew masoretic text, titling this book after joel the prophet, the recipient of the. Blow ye the trumpet in zion, and sound an alarm in my holy mountain.
The book of joel is the second work in the collection of the minor prophets known as trei asar, or the twelve, and is ascribed in the superscription to joel son of petuel. That search may be made in the book of the records of thy fathers. Listen to chuck swindolls overview of joel in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork. Book of joel prophecy of joel chapter 1 the prophet describes the judgments that shall fall upon the people, and invites them to fasting and prayer. The prophet joel spoke to the southern kingdom of judah without making reference to the northern kingdom of israel. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Mourning over the locust plaguehear this, you leaders of the people. Besides this very short message we do not know anything about the person and circumstances of joels life. Bible verses about joel, book of church of the great god. In the two speeches that make up this book, joel uses an agricultural crisis to measure his audiences knowledge of its god, warn them of a worse disaster if they ignore his preaching, and express his conviction that all faithful judahites would someday enjoy a.
An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of joel. Joel books of the bible growing christians ministries. Suggestions have been offered ranging from the ninth century to the second century b. Matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible is an exhaustive study tool, used by countless scholars and laymen for well over 100 years. There is this also to be said of its literary character, that the style of joel is bright and flowing, his imagery and language are fine driver, introduction to the literature of the old testament. Joel also is important for giving us a glimpse of early endtime speculation that will be expanded further in other biblical books. The book of joel is part of the hebrew bible, one of twelve prophetic books known as the twelve minor prophets. Interesting facts about joel barnes bible charts meaning. The word of the lord that came to joel son of pethuel. Its hard know his exact time, because joel doesnt mention any other kings or prophets. He is mentioned by name only once in the hebrew bible, in the introduction to that book, as the son of pethuel. Commentary on the book of joel by matthew henry old.
The first verse of this short book names joel jehovah is god the son of pethuel as author. In the two speeches that make up this book, joel uses an agricultural crisis to measure his audiences knowledge of its god, warn them of. Joel has often been called the prophet of pentecost because of his reference to spiritual blessings. The book of joel, a prophetic book of the old testament of the bible, derives its name from the prophet joel. The book is an appeal from jehovah to the people to seek him through repentance. Joel reflects on the day of the lord and how true repentance will bring about the great restoration hoped for in the other prophetic books. There is no further information either in the superscription or from indications in. Unlike the other books, joel tells us a story about a terrible plague of locusts that seems to. The author281 the name joel means, the lord is god. Book of joel, second of 12 old testament books that bear the names of the minor prophets. God compares the past to the future in the book of joel. Joel was just a messenger, a spiritual currier entrusted with a message from god.
The jewish canon lumps all together as the twelve and divides. Hath this been in your days, or even in the days of your fathers. This commentary covers every chapter and nearly every verse in the bible, providing a thorough commentary on the holy scriptures. The book of joels importance to the canon of scripture stems from its being the first to develop an oftmentioned biblical idea.
In other words, god says, nothing like this has ever happened in your lifetime, or in your fathers lifetime. The book discusses joel himself, and the people of judah. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of joel in the bible king james version. Study guide on the book of joel, on line bible commentary for book of joel, niv commentary joel, free joel commentary. An integrated digital bible study library including complete notes from the believers bible commentary and the cultural backgrounds study bible niv and nrsv is just a step away. The book of joel accounts for justice over evil in a form thats unique to the other old testament prophets. In greek the title is simply a transliteration of the hebrew iwhl ii. Like all scripture, the book of joel is the word of god. There are a number of good commentaries on joel, and the following are five of the most helpful.
Joel summary we have detailed a brief summary of the book of joel for bible study or sunday school lessons. A discourse analysis of the hebrew bible zondervan exegetical commentary on the. Nothing is know about joel other than his being the son of pethuel. Joel 1, new international version niv the bible app. Unlike the other books, joel tells us a story about a. Read joel commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Within each lesson you will be able to listen to the 15 minute talk and follow along with the provided study guide. Talks from joel can be accessed by choosing one of the lessons listed below. Matthew henrys commentary on the whole biblebook of joel. For the day of the lord is coming, for it is at hand. The overriding theme of the book of joel is the day of the lord, a day of gods wrath and judgment. The date of composition was probably between 400 and 350 bc, although some scholars place it much earlier 9th 7th century bc.
While most of the other prophets can be dated with some degree of accuracy, it is notoriously difficult to date the book of joel. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. Joel commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Joel introduction united states conference of catholic bishops. He identified himself as the son of pethuel, preached to the people of judah, and expressed a great deal of interest in jerusalem.