Topical Encyclopedia In biblical literature, the concept of a "day" often transcends the mere 24-hour period, symbolizing significant events, particularly those involving divine intervention and judgment. One of the most profound uses of "day" in this context is the "Day of Destruction," a time when God's judgment is executed upon nations, peoples, or individuals who have turned away from His commandments and righteousness.The "Day of Destruction" is frequently associated with the "Day of the LORD," a term used throughout the prophetic books of the Old Testament. This day is characterized by God's wrath and the execution of His justice. The prophet Isaiah speaks of such a day: "Wail, for the day of the LORD is near; it will come as destruction from the Almighty" (Isaiah 13:6). Here, the day is depicted as an inevitable and overwhelming event, bringing devastation as a consequence of sin and rebellion. Similarly, the prophet Joel describes the day as one of darkness and gloom: "Blow the ram’s horn in Zion; sound the alarm on My holy mountain! Let all who dwell in the land tremble, for the day of the LORD is coming; indeed, it is near—a day of darkness and gloom, a day of clouds and blackness" (Joel 2:1-2). This imagery underscores the severity and seriousness of the judgment that accompanies the "Day of Destruction." The theme continues in the writings of the prophet Zephaniah, who warns of the comprehensive nature of this day: "The great day of the LORD is near—near and coming quickly. Listen, the cry on the day of the LORD will be bitter; the shouting of the warrior there. That day will be a day of wrath, a day of distress and anguish, a day of trouble and ruin, a day of darkness and gloom, a day of clouds and blackness" (Zephaniah 1:14-15). The repetition of terms like "wrath," "distress," and "ruin" emphasizes the totality of the destruction that will befall those who are unrepentant. In the New Testament, the "Day of Destruction" is often linked with eschatological themes, pointing to the final judgment. The Apostle Peter writes about the ultimate fulfillment of this day: "But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar, the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and its works will be laid bare" (2 Peter 3:10). This passage highlights the suddenness and completeness of the final judgment, where the current order will be dissolved to make way for a new creation. Throughout Scripture, the "Day of Destruction" serves as a sobering reminder of God's holiness and justice. It calls individuals and nations to repentance, urging them to turn back to God and seek His mercy before the day arrives. The prophetic warnings are not merely about impending doom but also about the opportunity for redemption and restoration through faith and obedience to God. Torrey's Topical Textbook Job 21:30That the wicked is reserved to the day of destruction? they shall be brought forth to the day of wrath. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Fragment v. --That up to the Time of the Destruction of Jerusalem ... The Apostasy in Two Days. Sixth Day. Holiness and Glory. The Lord's Day --The Worship of the Apostolic Church --Its ... The Destruction of Jerusalem. All the Day Long Other Passages Quoted from St. Paul, which Categorically Assert ... The Destruction of Jerusalem The Evening of the Third Day in Passion-Week - on the Mount of ... Fast-Day Service 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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