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Behold, the days come, says Yahweh, that the plowman shall overtake the reaper, and the one treading grapes him who sows seed; and the mountains shall drop sweet wine, and all the hills shall melt.
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A Spiritual Abundance
Commentators agree that the vivid imagery of a non-stop harvest is not a literal promise of agricultural wealth. Instead, it's a powerful metaphor for the super-abundant spiritual blessings found in the kingdom of Christ. Scholars like Calvin and Barnes note the language is intentionally hyperbolic to point beyond nature to the overwhelming richness of God's grace, His word, and His presence in the church.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Behold, the days are coming – The Day of the Lord is continually approaching: every act, good or bad, is drawing it nearer; everyth…
19th Century
Anglican
Shall overtake the reaper.— So rapidly will the harvest follow the ploughing. These closing verses foreshadow the glories…
16th Century
Protestant
Here the Prophet describes the blessedness that will be under the reign of Christ. We know that whenever the Prophets present promises of a happy a…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Behold, the days come, says the Lord Or "are coming" {y}; and which will commence upon the accomplishment of the abo…
Christ died to gather together the children of God who were scattered abroad, who are here said to be those who were called by His name. The Lord s…
