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Judgment and Refuge
Commentators highlight the verse's powerful contrast. God's 'roar' from Zion signifies a terrifying and final judgment for His enemies, shaking the very heavens and earth. Simultaneously, for His own people, this same awesome power is the ultimate source of safety—a secure refuge and stronghold. The same event brings terror to the wicked and comfort to the righteous.
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Joel
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Albert Barnes
On Joel 3:16
18th Century
Theologian
The Lord shall roar out of Zion - As in the destruction of Sennacherib, when he was now close to his prey, and shook his hand against th…
Charles Ellicott
On Joel 3:16
19th Century
Bishop
The Lord also shall roar ... —This is the key-note of the prophecy of Amos, who opens his appeal with these words. The ma…
John Calvin
On Joel 3:16
16th Century
Theologian
The Prophet explains here more clearly his objective, or the purpose for which he had previously spoken of God’s judgment; for what we have heard s…
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John Gill
On Joel 3:16
17th Century
Pastor
The Lord also shall roar out of Zion, and utter his voice from
Jerusalem
Christ, th…
Matthew Henry
On Joel 3:9–17
17th Century
Minister
Here is a challenge to all the enemies of God's people. There is no escaping God's judgments; hardened sinners, in that day of wrath, will be cut o…