Gen Z Nahum — End of Assyria’s Empire

Nahum declares Nineveh’s downfall a century after Jonah. Keywords: Nahum whirlwind, fall of Nineveh.

Key Sections

• Chapter 1 — Hymn to God’s power
• 2 — Siege description
• 3 — Woe oracle

Themes

Retributive justice, comfort for oppressed Judah.

FAQs

Is God vindictive?

Nahum balances divine wrath with goodness (1:7).

Any hope for Nineveh?

Repentance window closed after prior mercy—underscoring urgency.

How to preach Nahum today?

Highlight that empires rise and fall but God’s justice prevails.