Book of Nahum

God’s righteous judgment triumph over evil!

The historical background and purpose of the prophet Nahum

In the introduction to the book in SVB it says that Nahum is the author, written about 100 years after (app 663-654) Nineveh’s repentance after Jonah’s prophecy. Assyria was now at its cruel full strength. Nahum proclaims the downfall of Nineveh. – His prophecy was fulfilled in painful detail.

Nahum was a prophet to the Southern Kingdom. The name Nahum means “comforter” – and it was probably a great relief for the Judah people that Nineveh would fall.

Theme tracing:                                                                                                                                                                                               

What does the book show about the character and nature of God?                                                                                                                             

Infinitely holy and just (1.2)

Awesome all powerful (1.3)

The Lord is good, a strong refuge when trouble comes. He is close to trust in him. (1.7)

True to his Word (1.14)

What does this book show about God´s redemptive plan for mankind?                                                                                                    

God´s cares for and sends his message to his people and the entire world.

In ch 1.15 – Look! A messenger is coming over the mountains with good news! He is bringing a message of peace! – Reminds me of Jesus, the Prince of Peace and the good news Jesus came with In NT John 14.23-27.

In ch 2.2 – God will restore Judah’s glory.