Old Testament
Nahum
The fall of Nineveh: God's judgment on Assyria's cruelty.
3 chapters
Chapters
Nahum 1
The prophet Nahum announces God's judgment on Nineveh, describing its destruction as a result of God's wrath and power. He describes God as both slow to anger and yet fiercely punishing those who defy Him. The chapter concludes with the promise that Judah will be safe from harm.
Nahum 2
The prophet Nahum describes the impending destruction of Nineveh, with its armies and defenses being overwhelmed by the Lord's wrath. The city is likened to a pool of water that will soon dry up, and its people will flee in terror. The chapter concludes with God's declaration of judgment against Nineveh, promising to destroy its chariots and young lions.
Nahum 3
The prophet Nahum denounces Nineveh, describing its violence and corruption. He announces God's judgment on the city, predicting its destruction and humiliation. The chapter concludes with a vivid description of the city's downfall.