Nahum
Old Testament • Book #34
The fall of Nineveh and God's judgment on Assyria.
"An oracle about Nineveh. The book of the vision of Nahum the Elkoshite."
— Nahum 1:1
About the Book of Nahum
Nahum prophesies the destruction of Nineveh — the same city Jonah preached to a century earlier. Though Nineveh repented under Jonah, they returned to their violent ways. Nahum declares that God is patient but will not allow injustice to continue forever. It's a powerful reminder that God's patience has limits and His justice is certain.
Background
- Author
- Nahum
- Date Written
- ~663–612 BC
- Genre
- Minor Prophet
Key Themes in Nahum
- ▸God's justice against evil
- ▸The fall of oppressive empires
- ▸God's patience has limits
- ▸Comfort for the oppressed
- ▸The sovereignty of God over nations
Famous Verses from Nahum
“The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him.”
— Nahum 1:7
“The Lord is slow to anger, and great in power, and will not at all acquit the wicked.”
— Nahum 1:3
“Behold upon the mountains the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace!”
— Nahum 1:15
“God is jealous, and the Lord revengeth; the Lord revengeth, and is furious.”
— Nahum 1:2
“Behold, I am against thee, saith the Lord of hosts.”
— Nahum 2:13
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