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Gather the people. Sanctify the assembly. Assemble the elders. Gather the children, and those who suck the breasts. Let the bridegroom go forth from his room, And the bride out of her chamber.
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A Call for Everyone
Commentators stress that the call to repentance is universal and urgent, sparing no one. The command includes the elderly, children, and even nursing infants. The most striking example is the newlyweds, who must leave their wedding chamber. This shows that when facing God's judgment, personal circumstances and even lawful joys must be set aside for the corporate act of seeking God's mercy.
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Joel
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Sanctify the congregation – “Do what is in your power, by admonishing, exhorting, threatening, giving the example of a holy life, so that th…
19th Century
Anglican
Sanctify a fast.— The prophet renews, therefore, his summons to the priests to proclaim a day of humiliation, on which al…
16th Century
Protestant
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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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Gather the people The common people, all the inhabitants of the land, (Joel 1:14); summon them to meet t…
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…
