The word occurs quite a few times in the Scriptures. For instance, we have it in Luke 18:8 where our Lord says, “I tell you that he will avenge them [His elect] speedily….” The word speedily is the same word as shortly. It means that when the vengeance begins, it will take place in a hurry. There will be no waiting around for it. That implies that the Lord is not coming soon, but that when He does return, the things He is talking about will happen shortly and with great speed. His vengeance will