The Day of the Lord in the Old Testament

The “day of the Lord” is an important theme in the books of the prophets. Sometimes “the day” refers to a time when God will judge over Israel and the other nations, or sometimes, in contrast, a day when he will bring salvation.

God’s Judgement over Israel and Judah

Related Bible passages

Isaiah 11.1 - Isaiah 11.12 Zechariah 3.8 - Zechariah 3.10

Religion of Israel

Day of the Lord

Day of the Lord in the New Testament

The Day of the Lord in the Old Testament

The Lord’s Day (Sunday)

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