Old Testament
Book of Nahum
About a century after Jonah's visit, Nineveh has returned to violence. Nahum announces the city's fall and assures Judah that God is a refuge for those who trust him.
At a glance
Nahum key facts
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Chapters
- 3
- Author
- Nahum the Elkoshite
- When it was written
- Around 663 to 612 BC
- Main theme
- God judges cruelty and protects those who trust him
- Key verse
- Nahum 1:7
Summary
What is Nahum about?
About a century after Jonah's visit, Nineveh has returned to violence. Nahum announces the city's fall and assures Judah that God is a refuge for those who trust him.
Key verse
A key verse in Nahum
“The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knows them that trust in him.”
3 chapters
Nahum chapters
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Questions
Nahum: common questions
Who wrote the book of Nahum?
Nahum the Elkoshite.
When was Nahum written?
Around 663 to 612 BC.
What is the book of Nahum about?
About a century after Jonah's visit, Nineveh has returned to violence. Nahum announces the city's fall and assures Judah that God is a refuge for those who trust him.
How many chapters are in Nahum?
Nahum has 3 chapters, in the Old Testament.
What is a key verse in Nahum?
Nahum 1:7: “The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knows them that trust in him.” (KJV).
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