Alfred Edersheim
The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah • Appendix IX
Midrashim apply valley of Jehoshaphat to Messianic judgment of nations
All Nations Gathered
Joel prophesied God gathering all nations for judgment.
Old Testament
Joel 3:2
I will gather all nations and bring them down to the Valley of Jehoshaphat. There I will put them on trial for what they did to my inheritance, my people Israel.
New Testament
Matthew 25:32
All the nations will be gathered before him, and he will separate the people one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats.
Why This Matters
Joel prophesied God gathering all nations for judgment. Jesus described this same scene — all nations gathered before Him for separation. The Judge of Joel's vision is Christ on His throne.
Reflection
King Jesus, through All Nations Gathered I see that Your reign has no end. Let Joel 3:2 and Matthew 25:32 lift my eyes to Your eternal throne.
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