Joel 2:7 asv — They run like mighty men; they climb the wall like men of war; and they march every one on his ways, and they break not…

American Standard Version

"They run like mighty men; they climb the wall like men of war; and they march every one on his ways, and they break not their ranks. "

— Joel 2:7, American Standard Version

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Joel 2 — Context

4

The appearance of them is as the appearance of horses; and as horsemen, so do they run.

5

Like the noise of chariots on the tops of the mountains do they leap, like the noise of a flame of fire that devoureth the stubble, as a strong people set in battle array.

6

At their presence the peoples are in anguish; all faces are waxed pale.

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They run like mighty men; they climb the wall like men of war; and they march every one on his ways, and they break not their ranks.

8

Neither doth one thrust another; they march every one in his path; and they burst through the weapons, and break not off their course.

9

They leap upon the city; they run upon the wall; they climb up into the houses; they enter in at the windows like a thief.

10

The earth quaketh before them; the heavens tremble; the sun and the moon are darkened, and the stars withdraw their shining.

Joel 2:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Joel 2:7 say?
Joel 2:7 in the American Standard Version reads: “They run like mighty men; they climb the wall like men of war; and they march every one on his ways, and they break not their ranks. ”
Where is Joel 2:7 in the Bible?
Joel 2:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Joel, chapter 2, verse 7.
Who wrote Joel?
Joel is traditionally attributed to Joel son of Pethuel. It was written c. 835–796 BC (date uncertain).
What is the book of Joel about?
Joel uses a present catastrophe — a locust plague — to point to a greater "day of the LORD" still to come, both terrible and hopeful. The book promises that God will pour out his Spirit on all flesh, a prophecy Peter quotes at Pentecost.
What are the major themes of Joel?
Joel explores themes including Day of the LORD, Repentance, Outpouring of the Spirit, Restoration. These themes shape the meaning and context of Joel 2:7.
What translation should I read Joel 2:7 in?
Joel 2:7 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Joel 2:7?
Joel 2:7 reads (ASV): “They run like mighty men; they climb the wall like men of war; and they march every one on his ways, and they break not their ranks. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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