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An introduction to the book of Nahum.
The prophet Nahum was likely living in Judah
when he wrote the book bearing his name.
Nahum’s message
focuses primarily on a single theme
—the complete destruction
of the Assyrian city of Nineveh.
Nineveh,
known for its violence and brutality,
was referred to as “the city of bloodshed.”
At one time,
in response to the judgment message
delivered by the prophet Jonah,
the inhabitants of Nineveh
repented of their wickedness.
However, the Ninevites
eventually returned to their wicked ways,
and about two centuries after Jonah’s prophecy,
Jehovah used Nahum
to prophesy against Nineveh again.
The book of Nahum was completed
sometime before 632 B.C.E.,
the year Nineveh was destroyed.
Nahum was a contemporary
of the prophets Zephaniah and Jeremiah.
The book of Nahum contains three chapters.
In chapter 1,
Nahum proclaims Jehovah’s judgment
against the city of Nineveh.
The entire city
with its collection of pagan gods
made of wood, stone, and metal
will be completely destroyed.
This is good news for the people of Judah.
Free from that cruel and dangerous enemy,
they can celebrate their festivals in peace.
Did you know?
We can trace Nineveh’s origin
back to the days of Nimrod,
the founder of the first empire
to exist after the Flood.
Chapters 2 and 3
describe Nineveh’s destruction
in greater detail.
Nineveh was a heavily fortified city
with high walls and a moat.
But Nahum prophesies
that “the gates of the rivers will be opened,
and the palace will be dissolved.”
These words were fulfilled in 632 B.C.E.
when flooding caused damage to the city.
This permitted the besieging forces
of Babylon and Media
to capture the city and destroy it.
Jehovah’s prophetic word through Nahum
came true in every detail.
As you read the book of Nahum,
consider how Jehovah hates violence,
how Jehovah always fulfills his word,
and how Jehovah provides comfort
for all who seek peace and salvation
under his Kingdom.

Introduction to Nahum