JOEL 2

Yahweh calls them to repent

12 But Yahweh says,

"In spite of these disasters that you have experienced,

you can return to me with all your inner beings.

Weep, and mourn, and ◄fast/abstain from eating food► to show that you are sorry for having abandoned me.

13 Do not tear your clothes

to show that you are sorry;

instead, show [MET] that you are sorry."

Yahweh is merciful and kind;

he does not quickly become angry;

he faithfully loves people.

He does not quickly become angry;

instead, he greatly and faithfully loves you,

and he does not like to punish you.