# General Information:

Verses 1:2-18 refer to Yahweh's judgment. Verses 1:4-16 describe Yahweh's judgment on the people of Judah.

# near, near and hurrying quickly

The repetition of the word "near," along with the phrase "hurrying quickly," emphasize that the day when Yahweh judges the people will soon happen. Alternate translation: "close and will be here soon" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])

# the day of Yahweh

See how you translated this phrase in [Zephaniah 1:7](./07.md).

# a warrior crying bitterly

Possible meanings are 1) a soldier crying in despair or 2) a soldier's battle cry.