New International Version Even on my servants, both men and women, I will pour out my Spirit in those days. New Living Translation In those days I will pour out my Spirit even on servants—men and women alike. English Standard Version Even on the male and female servants in those days I will pour out my Spirit. Berean Standard Bible Even on My menservants and maidservants, I will pour out My Spirit in those days. Berean Literal Bible And even on the menservants and on the maidservants, I will pour out My Spirit in those days. King James Bible And also upon the servants and upon the handmaids in those days will I pour out my spirit. New King James Version And also on My menservants and on My maidservants I will pour out My Spirit in those days. New American Standard Bible “And even on the male and female servants I will pour out My Spirit in those days. NASB 1995 “Even on the male and female servants I will pour out My Spirit in those days. NASB 1977 “And even on the male and female servants I will pour out My Spirit in those days. Legacy Standard Bible Even on the male slaves and female slaves I will in those days pour out My Spirit. Amplified Bible “Even on the male and female servants I will pour out My Spirit in those days. Berean Annotated Bible Even on My menservants and maidservants, I will pour out My Spirit {Ruahi} in those days. Christian Standard Bible I will even pour out my Spirit on the male and female slaves in those days. Holman Christian Standard Bible I will even pour out My Spirit on the male and female slaves in those days. American Standard Version and also upon the servants and upon the handmaids in those days will I pour out my Spirit. Contemporary English Version In those days I will even give my Spirit to my servants, both men and women. English Revised Version and also upon the servants and upon the handmaids in those days will I pour out my spirit. GOD'S WORD® Translation In those days I will pour my Spirit on servants, on both men and women. Good News Translation At that time I will pour out my Spirit even on servants, both men and women. International Standard Version Also at that time I will pour out my Spirit upon men and women servants. NET Bible Even on male and female servants I will pour out my Spirit in those days. New Heart English Bible And also on my servants, both men and women, I will pour out my Spirit in those days. Webster's Bible Translation And also upon the servants and upon the handmaids in those days will I pour out my spirit. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleEven on My menservants and maidservants, I will pour out My Spirit in those days. World English Bible And also on the servants and on the handmaids in those days, I will pour out my Spirit. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd also on the menservants and on the maidservants, "" In those days I pour out My Spirit. Berean Literal Bible And even on the menservants and on the maidservants, I will pour out My Spirit in those days. Young's Literal Translation And also on the men-servants, and on the maid-servants, In those days I do pour out My Spirit. Smith's Literal Translation And also upon the servants and upon the maids in those days I will pour out my spirit. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleMoreover upon my servants and handmaids in those days I will pour forth my spirit. Catholic Public Domain Version Moreover, in those days I will pour out my spirit upon my servants and handmaids. New American Bible Even upon your male and female servants, in those days, I will pour out my spirit. New Revised Standard Version Even on the male and female slaves, in those days, I will pour out my spirit. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd also upon the servants and upon the handmaids in those days will I pour out my spirit. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Also on Servants and upon Maid Servants I shall pour out my Spirit in those days OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And also upon the servants and upon the handmaids In those days will I pour out My spirit. Brenton Septuagint Translation And on my servants and on my handmaids in those days will I pour out of my Spirit. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context I Will Pour Out My Spirit28And afterward, I will pour out My Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions. 29Even on My menservants and maidservants, I will pour out My Spirit in those days. 30I will show wonders in the heavens and on the earth, blood and fire and columns of smoke.… Cross References Even on My menservants and maidservants, Acts 2:18 Even on My menservants and maidservants I will pour out My Spirit in those days, and they will prophesy. Galatians 3:28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. Colossians 3:11 Here there is no Greek or Jew, circumcised or uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave, or free, but Christ is all and is in all. I will pour out My Spirit Acts 2:17 ‘In the last days, God says, I will pour out My Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams. Ezekiel 39:29 And I will no longer hide My face from them, for I will pour out My Spirit on the house of Israel, declares the Lord GOD.” Isaiah 44:3 For I will pour water on the thirsty land, and currents on the dry ground. I will pour out My Spirit on your descendants, and My blessing on your offspring. in those days. Jeremiah 33:15 In those days and at that time I will cause to sprout for David a righteous Branch, and He will administer justice and righteousness in the land. Jeremiah 31:33 “But this is the covenant I will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the LORD. I will put My law in their minds and inscribe it on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they will be My people. Isaiah 2:2 In the last days the mountain of the house of the LORD will be established as the chief of the mountains; it will be raised above the hills, and all nations will stream to it. Numbers 11:29 But Moses replied, “Are you jealous on my account? I wish that all the LORD’s people were prophets and that the LORD would place His Spirit on them!” Zechariah 12:10 Then I will pour out on the house of David and on the people of Jerusalem a spirit of grace and prayer, and they will look on Me, the One they have pierced. They will mourn for Him as one mourns for an only child, and grieve bitterly for Him as one grieves for a firstborn son. John 7:38-39 Whoever believes in Me, as the Scripture has said: ‘Streams of living water will flow from within him.’” / He was speaking about the Spirit, whom those who believed in Him were later to receive. For the Spirit had not yet been given, because Jesus had not yet been glorified. 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. / To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowledge by the same Spirit, / to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by that one Spirit, … Romans 8:14-16 For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. / For you did not receive a spirit of slavery that returns you to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption to sonship, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!” / The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. 1 John 2:20 You, however, have an anointing from the Holy One, and all of you know the truth. 1 Samuel 10:6 Then the Spirit of the LORD will rush upon you, and you will prophesy with them; and you will be transformed into a different person. Treasury of Scripture And also on the servants and on the handmaids in those days will I pour out my spirit. 1 Corinthians 12:13 For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether we be Jews or Gentiles, whether we be bond or free; and have been all made to drink into one Spirit. Galatians 3:28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. Colossians 3:11 Where there is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcision nor uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bond nor free: but Christ is all, and in all. Jump to Previous Bondmen Female Handmaids Maidservants Maid-Servants Male Menservants Men-Servants Pour Servant-Girls Servants Spirit WomenJump to Next Bondmen Female Handmaids Maidservants Maid-Servants Male Menservants Men-Servants Pour Servant-Girls Servants Spirit WomenJoel 2 1. He shows unto Zion the terribleness of God's judgment.12. He exhorts to repentance; 15. prescribes a fast; 18. promises a blessing thereon. 21. He comforts Zion with present, 28. and future blessings. Even on My menservants and maidservants, God’s promise reaches those with no social standing as well as those in positions of authority. Men and women, free and enslaved, would share in the Spirit’s work, showing that access to God’s presence was not limited by rank, wealth, or gender. Act 2:18 Even on My menservants and maidservants I will pour out… I will pour out My Spirit God would give His Spirit abundantly and personally to His people, not only to selected kings, priests, or prophets. This began publicly at Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit came upon Christ’s followers and empowered the early church. Act 2:17 In the last days, God says, I will pour out My Spirit… in those days. The promised outpouring belongs to the days of the Messiah’s saving work and the unfolding of God’s kingdom, leading ultimately to the day when Christ returns and restores all things. Jer 33:15 In those days and at that time I will cause to sprout… Persons / Places / Events 1. JoelA prophet in the Old Testament, Joel is the author of the book that bears his name. He is known for his prophecies concerning the Day of the Lord and the outpouring of God's Spirit. 2. Menservants and Maidservants These terms refer to male and female servants, indicating that God's Spirit will be poured out on all people, regardless of social status or gender. 3. The Day of the Lord A significant theme in Joel, this refers to a future time of God's intervention in human history, characterized by both judgment and blessing. 4. The Outpouring of the Spirit This event signifies a new era in which God's Spirit is given to all believers, not just select individuals like prophets or kings. 5. Pentecost This New Testament event, recorded in Acts 2, is the fulfillment of Joel's prophecy, where the Holy Spirit was poured out on the disciples, marking the birth of the Church. Teaching Points Universal Access to the Holy SpiritJoel 2:29 highlights the inclusivity of God's promise, showing that His Spirit is available to all believers, regardless of status or gender. This challenges us to recognize the value and potential of every individual in the body of Christ. Empowerment for Service The outpouring of the Spirit equips believers for service and ministry. We are called to use the gifts and empowerment of the Holy Spirit to serve others and advance God's kingdom. Fulfillment in Christ The prophecy in Joel finds its fulfillment in the New Testament through Jesus Christ and the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. This reminds us of the continuity and faithfulness of God's promises throughout Scripture. Living in the Last Days As recipients of the Holy Spirit, we are living in the "last days" prophesied by Joel. This should inspire us to live with urgency and purpose, sharing the gospel and preparing for Christ's return. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joel 2:29?2. How does Joel 2:29 demonstrate God's inclusivity in pouring out His Spirit? 3. What does "I will pour out My Spirit" imply about God's promise today? 4. How can Joel 2:29 inspire us to seek the Holy Spirit's guidance? 5. Connect Joel 2:29 with Acts 2:17-18 regarding the outpouring of the Spirit. 6. How should Joel 2:29 influence our understanding of spiritual gifts in the church? 7. How does Joel 2:29 relate to the concept of prophecy in Christianity? 8. What is the significance of God pouring out His Spirit on all people in Joel 2:29? 9. How does Joel 2:29 challenge traditional views on gender roles in spiritual leadership? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joel 2? (29) And also (better, even) upon the servants. . . .--The result of which promise, according to St. Peter's interpretation, is "They shall prophesy." "The promise is to you and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call" (Acts 2:39).Joel 2:29 assures every believer—regardless of gender, status, or background—that God’s own Spirit is poured out lavishly upon them in this present age. The promise levels social hierarchies, empowers for service and witness, and demonstrates God’s generous heart. Pentecost proved the prophecy literal and accurate, and the ongoing presence of the Holy Spirit in the church today continues to fulfill it. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Evenוְגַ֥ם (wə·ḡam) Conjunctive waw | Conjunction Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and on עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against [My] menservants הָֽעֲבָדִ֖ים (hā·‘ă·ḇā·ḏîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 5650: Slave, servant and וְעַל־ (wə·‘al-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against maidservants, הַשְּׁפָח֑וֹת (haš·šə·p̄ā·ḥō·wṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 8198: Maid, maidservant I will pour out אֶשְׁפּ֖וֹךְ (’eš·pō·wḵ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 8210: To spill forth, to expend, to sprawl out My Spirit רוּחִֽי׃ (rū·ḥî) Noun - common singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 7307: Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spirit in those הָהֵ֔מָּה (hā·hêm·māh) Article | Pronoun - third person masculine plural Strong's 1992: They days. בַּיָּמִ֣ים (bay·yā·mîm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3117: A day Additonal Resources Joel 2:29 Blue Letter BibleJoel 2:29 Bible Gateway Joel 2:29 Bible.com Joel 2:29 NIV |
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