Chapter One of the book of Yoel  begins with a descripton of a harsh plague of locusts in Israel which destroys the entire crop. The prophet calls to the people to mourn the great calamity.

Chapter Two opens with a warning to the people about the calamity which will befall the land as the day of the Lord approaches. The chapter continues with a call to the people to repent, return to God, and declare a public fast day. Finally, there is a response from God and a descripton of the salvaton and joy, showing a complete reversal of the harsh calamity.

This study guide includes structural overviews, guided questions, analysis and a look at the plague of locusts.

 

5 pages
Courtesy of Matan Al HaPerek, Directed by Dr. Navah Cohen