For I will cleanse their blood that I have not cleansed: for the LORD dwelleth in Zion.
I'm going to clean up all the injustice and violence that I haven't dealt with yet, because the LORD lives in Zion.
God's keeping receipts, and justice day is coming.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Joel, the prophet addresses the people of Judah during a time of judgment and devastation, likely from a locust plague that symbolized God's response to their unfaithfulness. This verse concludes the prophecy with a promise of ultimate purification, where God declares He will cleanse the bloodguilt of His people that remained unaddressed, pointing to full restoration and atonement. It highlights God's enduring presence in Zion, representing Jerusalem as the center of His covenant relationship with Israel.
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