
Joel
Joel is a book from the Hebrew Bible, specifically one of the minor prophets. It contains a poetic narrative that addresses themes such as divine judgment, repentance, and restoration. The main event described is a devastating locust plague, symbolizing God's judgment on the people of Israel for their sins. Joel calls for the nation to return to God, emphasizing the importance of sincere repentance. He also prophesies a future outpouring of God’s spirit on all people, which is later referenced in the New Testament, highlighting the continuity of the message across the biblical texts.