Topical Encyclopedia In biblical literature, the concept of a "day" often transcends the mere 24-hour period, symbolizing significant events or divine interventions. One of the profound uses of "day" in the Scriptures is as a metaphor for a time of judgment, often referred to as a "Day of Anger" or "Day of Wrath." This theme is prevalent throughout both the Old and New Testaments, where it signifies God's righteous judgment upon sin and rebellion.Old Testament Context The "Day of Anger" is vividly depicted in the prophetic books of the Old Testament. The prophets frequently warned of impending judgment upon Israel and the nations due to their disobedience and idolatry. Zephaniah 1:15-16 describes this day with stark imagery: "That day will be a day of wrath, a day of trouble and distress, a day of destruction and desolation, a day of darkness and gloom, a day of clouds and blackness, a day of trumpet blast and battle cry against the fortified cities and against the high corner towers." The "Day of the LORD" is another term often associated with this concept, emphasizing the divine nature of the judgment. Isaiah 13:9 states, "Behold, the Day of the LORD is coming—cruel, with fury and burning anger—to make the earth a desolation and to destroy the sinners within it." Here, the "Day of the LORD" is portrayed as a time when God's anger is poured out upon the wicked, leading to their destruction. New Testament Context In the New Testament, the "Day of Anger" is closely linked with eschatological themes, pointing to the final judgment. The Apostle Paul, in Romans 2:5 , warns of storing up wrath for oneself "on the day of wrath, when God’s righteous judgment will be revealed." This passage underscores the inevitability of divine judgment and the accountability of every individual before God. The Book of Revelation further elaborates on this theme, depicting the ultimate "Day of Anger" as part of the end-times narrative. Revelation 6:17 poses the rhetorical question, "For the great day of their wrath has come, and who is able to withstand it?" This apocalyptic vision highlights the culmination of God's judgment against evil and the establishment of His justice. Theological Implications The "Day of Anger" serves as a sobering reminder of God's holiness and justice. It underscores the seriousness of sin and the certainty of divine retribution. While God's anger is a response to sin, it is also an expression of His righteousness and commitment to uphold His moral order. The biblical narrative consistently calls for repentance and righteousness, offering hope and redemption through faith and obedience. Throughout Scripture, the "Day of Anger" is not merely punitive but also purifying, intended to bring about repentance and restoration. It serves as a call to align with God's will, emphasizing the urgency of turning away from sin and seeking His mercy. As such, the "Day of Anger" is both a warning and an invitation to experience God's grace through repentance and faith. Torrey's Topical Textbook Lamentations 2:21The young and the old lie on the ground in the streets: my virgins and my young men are fallen by the sword; you have slain them in the day of your anger; you have killed, and not pitied. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Fourth Day. Holiness and Revelation. All Saints' Day Psalm VI. All the Day Long God's Dealings with the Earth During the Tribulation Period. Letter xi. --For 339. Coss. Constantius Augustus ii, Constans I ... Fast-Day Service Sunday after Ascension Day Again on the Lord's Prayer, Matt. vi. To the Competentes. We Arrive Now at a Branch of Our Subject Upon which the Lord's ... Resources What is the National Day of Prayer? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the day of the Lord? | GotQuestions.org What is the Day-Age Theory? | GotQuestions.org Day: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Day of Gladness Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Day of Good Tidings Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Day Which the Lord Has Made Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Good Day Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Solemn Day Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Adversity Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Anger Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Calamity Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Darkness Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Destruction Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Evil Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Slaughter Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of The Lord Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Trouble Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Vengeance Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Visitation Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Wrath Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of God's Power Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of Redemption Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of Salvation Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of Visitation Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Break of Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Decline of Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Evening Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Morning Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Noon Day: Artificial, the Time of the Sun's Continuance Above The Day: Day's Journey, Eighteen or Twenty Miles Day: Divided Into Twelve Hours Day: Judgment: A Figure of Spiritual Illumination Day: Judgment: Called the Day of the Lord Day: Later Subdivided Into Twelve Hours Day: Made for the Glory of God Day: Natural, from Evening to Evening Day: Proclaims the Glory of God Day: Sabbath Day's Journey, About Two-Thousand Paces Day: Six Working Days Ordained Day: Sometimes Divided Into Four Parts Day: Succession of, Secured by Covenant Day: Th Sixth Day of the Week Called Preparation Day Day: The First Day of the Week Called the Lord's Day Day: Time of, Ascertained by the Dial Day: Times of Adversity Called Day of the Lord Related Terms Preparation-day (1 Occurrence) Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) Kibrothhattaavah (5 Occurrences) |
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