The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 34: Joel

"The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 34: Joel" is a Jewish prophetic text attributed to Joel, son of Pethuel. The book describes a devastating locust plague and severe drought afflicting ancient Judah, calling the nation to repentance before God's judgment. It promises future blessings, including the outpouring of God's Holy Spirit upon all people, and warns of coming judgment upon Judah's enemies. The work blends literal catastrophe with apocalyptic vision, creating a powerful message of divine warning and hope.

The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 34: Joel, from the public domain. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #8334.