Locust Attacks in India and in the Book of Joel: Are They the Same?

COVID-19 and other natural threats have intensified speculation amongst various Christian groups as to whether 'the end is near'. This article responds to one recent set of speculations, following the severe locust attacks of 2020 in India and parts of Africa, and suggests a more reasoned...

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Main Author: Apostle, D. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Paternoster Periodicals 2021
In: Evangelical review of theology
Year: 2021, Volume: 45, Issue: 4, Pages: 367-374
IxTheo Classification:HB Old Testament
Further subjects:B Christians
B Africa
B Christianity
B LOCUSTS
B Covid-19 Pandemic
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Summary:COVID-19 and other natural threats have intensified speculation amongst various Christian groups as to whether 'the end is near'. This article responds to one recent set of speculations, following the severe locust attacks of 2020 in India and parts of Africa, and suggests a more reasoned response to the question of whether they fulfil Joel's prophecies.
ISSN:0144-8153
Contains:Enthalten in: Evangelical review of theology