Old TestamentMinor Prophets
Book of Nahum
The Book of Nahum was written by Nahum (c. 663-612 BC) and contains 3 chapters and 47 verses. Key themes include Divine Wrath, Justice, Sovereignty.
3
Chapters
47
Verses
Nahum
Author
663-612 BC
Date Written
Overview
Nahum announces the destruction of Nineveh, showing that God will judge those who oppose His people.
Purpose
To comfort Judah by proclaiming that God will judge their Assyrian oppressors.
Historical Context
Written between Thebes' fall (663 BC) and Nineveh's destruction (612 BC).