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The Power of Corporate Prayer
Commentators explain that the call to "blow the trumpet" was a summons for the entire community, without exception, to repent together. This wasn't just about individual piety. Scholars like Albert Barnes note that the unified prayer and confession of the whole church is powerful and "pleasing to God," demonstrating a collective turning back to Him in a time of crisis.
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Joel
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Charles Ellicott
On Joel 2:15–16
19th Century
Bishop
Sanctify a fast.— The prophet renews, therefore, his summons to the priests to proclaim a day of humiliation, on which al…
John Calvin
On Joel 2:15–17
16th Century
Theologian
Here again the Prophet reminds them that there was a need for deep repentance, for not only had individuals transgressed, but the whole people had …
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John Gill
On Joel 2:15
17th Century
Pastor
Blow the trumpet in Zion
For the calling of the people together to religious duties, which was one use of the silver…
Matthew Henry
On Joel 2:15–27
17th Century
Minister
The priests and rulers are to appoint a solemn fast. The sinner's supplication is, "Spare us, good Lord." God is ready to help his people, and he w…