Book of Nahum
nahum is part of the rich historical narrative of God's dealings with His people in the Old Testament.
3
Chapters
47
Verses
19
Cross-Refs
3
Sub-Topics
Quick Facts
- Author
- Nahum
- Date Written
- c. 663-612 BC
- Category
- Minor Prophets
- Chapters
- 3
- Verses
- 47
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Etymology
- “comforter”, “penitent”
About the Book of Nahum
The book of Nahum proclaims the impending destruction of Nineveh, the capital city of the Assyrian Empire, using some of the most striking and vivid poetic language found in Scripture. Composed approximately one hundred years after Jonah's ministry, which saw Nineveh repent, Nahum declares that the city’s relapse into violence and pride has irrevocably determined its downfall. This prophecy underscores that God's patience is not endless, and that even sincere repentance does not guarantee exemption from judgment if sin is repeated. For over a century, Assyria had dominated the ancient Near East through brutal oppression and cruelty, proudly commemorated on their own monuments. Now, the time of their reckoning had arrived.
Read the full Nahum study guide →Famous Verses
“The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble.”
Nahum 1:7
“The LORD is slow to anger, and great in power.”
Nahum 1:3
“Behold upon the mountains the feet of him that bringeth good tidings.”
Nahum 1:15
Topical Index
3 sub-topics from Nave's Topical Bible
One of the minor prophets
Prophesies against the Assyrians; declares the majesty of God and his care for his people
Foretells the destruction of Nineveh
Key Verses
Nahum 1
Prophesies against the Assyrians; declares the majesty of God and his care for his people
Nahum 2
Foretells the destruction of Nineveh