Nahum

Prophecy · Old Testament · The prophet Nahum · c. 663–612 BCE

The Book of Nahum is a prophetic oracle announcing the imminent fall of Nineveh, the capital of the oppressive Assyrian Empire. It describes God's wrath against the cruelty of Assyria and envisions the total destruction of the city, bringing relief and comfort to Judah.

3 chapters

• 1Nahum 1An introductory hymn declares Yahweh's sovereign wrath and power, promising to destroy Nineveh while bringing deliverance and peace to Judah.
• 2Nahum 2A vivid description details the violent military assault, looting, and utter desolation of Nineveh, stripping the city of its power.
• 3Nahum 3The prophet pronounces woe upon Nineveh, predicting its irreversible collapse and public shaming due to its endless cruelty and corruption.