Zephaniah

Prophecy · Old Testament · The prophet Zephaniah · c. 630-620 BCE

A prophetic book warning of the imminent 'Day of the Lord' as a global judgment focusing on Judah for its corruption and idolatry. It condemns neighboring nations but concludes with a promise of restoration and salvation for a humble, righteous remnant.

3 chapters

• 1Zephaniah 1Yahweh announces the imminent and devastating Day of the Lord, bringing catastrophic judgment upon Judah and Jerusalem for their idolatry.
• 2Zephaniah 2Zephaniah urges the humble to seek Yahweh, while announcing devastating judgments against Israel's hostile neighboring nations, including Assyria.
• 3Zephaniah 3After condemning Jerusalem's corrupt leaders, Yahweh promises to purify the nations and restore a humble, joyful remnant of Israel.