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# General Information:
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Verses 1:2-18 refer to Yahweh's judgment. Verses 1:4-16 describe Yahweh's judgment on the people of Judah.
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# near, near and hurrying quickly
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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]])
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# the day of Yahweh
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See how you translated this phrase in [Zephaniah 1:7 ](../01/07.md ).
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# a warrior crying bitterly
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Possible meanings are 1) a soldier crying in despair or 2) a soldier's battle cry.
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