2:4 bent his bow. Deut. 32:42. The harmful arrows that were meant for God’s enemies (Deut. 32:42) are now aimed at His people (Hos. 5:10; Jer. 6:11; 7:20).

like an enemy. 1:15 note.

poured out his fury. This holy war imagery is classically used of God’s judgment on the nations (Ps. 69:24).