The Day of the Lord in the Bible and the Quran: Its Timing and Characteristics

“The Day of the Lord” is a common term used in both the Bible and the Quran. This research aims to address some basic questions about this term: Why are only some specific days called “God's days”? When does the Day of the Lord happen? Moreover, what are the distinctive characteristics that set it apart from other days? What are the similarities and differences between the concept and example of the Day of the Lord in the Bible and the Quran? In general, the Day of the Lord in the Bible and the Quran refers to four important events. The first is the day of judgment and reckoning that occurs in the Day of Resurrection. This is the most common use of the term in all three scriptures. The second is the day when God bestows abundant blessings and mercies upon a community. This use occurs in the Old Testament and the Quran. The third is the day when God takes revenge on the wicked. This use is found in the Old and New Testament. The fourth is the day of Christ's return, which is only mentioned in the New Testament. Among these four cases, only the first occurs in the hereafter, while the other three transpire in this world.

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Bible ، the Quran ، the Day of the Lord ، Day of Judgment ، God's mercy ، punishment of the wicked ، Christ’s return