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Study Guide: Nahum

A chapter-by-chapter guide for prayer, reading, and application.

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1) Purpose and big idea

• Nahum proclaims YAHUAH’s justice against Nineveh and comforts YAHUAH’s people with the truth that evil will not reign forever.
• Key theme: YAHUAH is patient, powerful, and just.

2) Background (quick context)

• Who: Nahum the prophet.
• Where: Concerning Nineveh (capital of Assyria).
• Why it matters: Assyria had oppressed many nations, including Israel and Judah. Nahum declares that YAHUAH sees oppression and will act.

3) How to read Nahum (structure)

• Chapter 1: Who YAHUAH is. YAHUAH’s character, comfort for the faithful, warning to the wicked.
• Chapter 2: The fall of Nineveh described with vivid imagery.
• Chapter 3: Reasons for judgment. Nineveh’s violence, deception, and spiritual corruption; the outcome is unavoidable.

4) Key words and ideas to watch

• Jealous / vengeance: YAHUAH’s covenant loyalty and righteous response to evil.
• Refuge / stronghold: Safety for those who trust YAHUAH.
• Good news / peace: Deliverance and restoration for YAHUAH’s people.
• Pride / cruelty / bloodshed: Patterns that bring judgment.

5) Study questions (use with a journal)

Chapter 1

• What descriptions of YAHUAH stand out most to you in this chapter?