1. Prophecy about Nineveh. Book of the vision of Nahum of Elkosh.
2. Yahweh is a jealous and vengeful God, Yahweh takes vengeance, he is rich in wrath; Yahweh takes vengeance on his foes, he stores up fury for his enemies.
3. Yahweh is slow to anger but great in power, Yahweh never lets evil go unpunished. In storm and whirlwind he takes his way, the clouds are the dust stirred up by his feet.
4. He rebukes the sea, dries it up, and makes all the rivers run dry. . . . Bashan and Carmel wither, the greenery of the Lebanon withers too.
5. The mountains tremble before him, the hills reel; the earth collapses before him, the world and all who live in it.
6. His fury -- who can withstand it? Who can endure his burning wrath? His anger pours out like fire and the rocks break apart before him.
7. Yahweh is better than a fortress in time of distress; he recognises those who trust in him
8. even when the flood rushes on; he will make an end once and for all of those who defy him, and pursue his foes into darkness.
9. What are your thoughts about Yahweh? He it is who makes a final end: his adversaries will not rise up a second time;
10. like a thicket of tangled brambles, like dry straw, they will be burnt up completely. To Assyria
11. From you has emerged someone plotting evil against Yahweh, one of Belial's counsellors. To Judah
12. Yahweh says this: Unopposed and many though they be, they will be cut down and pass away. Though I have made you suffer, I shall make you suffer no more,
13. for now I shall break his yoke which presses hard on you and snap your chains. To the king of Nineveh
14. As for you, this is Yahweh's decree: You will have no heirs to your name, from the temple of your gods I shall remove carved image and cast image, and I shall devastate your tomb, for you are accursed!
Notes de bas de page:
1:1-2 - Nahum's prophecy begins with a declaration of God's justice and wrath against Nineveh, the capital of Assyria. God is described as zealous and avenging, always acting justly to punish the enemies of His people. This reflects God's sovereignty over the nations (see also Deuteronomy 32:35 and Romans 12:19).
1:3-6 - God's wrath is powerful and uncontrollable, but at the same time, He is good and a refuge for those who seek Him. These verses contrast the destruction of enemies with divine protection for the righteous, showing God's dual character: just and merciful (see also Psalm 34:18 and Romans 8:1).
1:7-8 - Nahum declares that God is a refuge for those who seek His protection, but for Israel's enemies, destruction is imminent. The promise of salvation for the righteous and destruction for the wicked emphasizes God's faithfulness to His promises (see also Psalm 9:9 and Isaiah 63:1-6).
1:9-11 - God promises that Nineveh, the great and wicked city, will be destroyed. This verse is a clear warning about the consequences of sin and oppression, illustrating how the wickedness of the nations will eventually be punished (see also Isaiah 10:12 and Revelation 18:6).
1:12-15 - Nahum prophesies that the Assyrian oppression will be stopped and that Israel will experience relief. God's victory over the oppressors brings hope to the righteous, affirming that despite suffering, God always acts on behalf of His people (see also Isaiah 10:27 and Matthew 11:28-30).
Versets liés à Nahum, 1:
Naum chapter 1 proclaims God's judgment on Nineveh. How is God’s character revealed in this prophecy? This powerful text portrays the Lord as a jealous and avenging God, but also patient and good. Nahum uses vivid images of nature to describe divine power and His wrath against the wicked. The chapter also offers comfort to God's people, promising freedom from oppressors. Examine with us five biblical passages that illuminate themes of divine justice in this intense chapter.
Exodus 34:6-7: "And the Lord passed before him, and cried, Lord, Lord God, merciful, gracious, and longsuffering, and abounding in mercy and faithfulness; who preserves mercy for a thousand generations, who forgives iniquity and transgression and sin, although he does not clear the guilty, and visits the iniquity of the fathers on the children and on the children's children, to the third and fourth generation." - This verse echoes the attributes of God described in Nahum 1:2-3, showing the consistency of God's nature throughout Scripture.
Psalms 97:2-3: "Clouds and darkness surround him; justice and judgment are the basis of his throne. Before him is a fire that scorches his enemies around him." - This passage reflects the language and imagery used in Nahum 1:3-6 to describe God's power and righteousness.
Romans 12:19: "Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to the wrath of God, for it is written: Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord." - This New Testament verse reaffirms the theme of Nahum 1:2, where God is described as an avenging God.
Isaiah 52:7: "How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news, who proclaims peace, who announces good things, who proclaims salvation, who says to Zion: Your God reigns!" - This passage connects with Nahum 1:15, which uses similar language to describe the proclamation of good news.
Revelation 6:16-17: "And they said to the mountains and rocks, Fall upon us, and hide us from the face of him that sitteth upon the throne, and from the wrath of the Lamb; for the great day of his wrath is coming; and who can survive?" - This apocalyptic vision echoes the language of Nahum 1:6, describing the wrath of God and asking who can withstand it.
FAQ:
What does Nahum reveal about the nature of God in chapter 1?
In chapter 1, Nahum highlights God's sovereignty over creation and His justice. God is described as an avenger, full of wrath against His enemies, but also as a protector of those who fear Him. (Nahum 1:2-3)
What is the fate of Nineveh in Nahum 1?
Nineveh, the capital of Assyria, is condemned to destruction because of its wickedness and oppression. God declares that it will be completely destroyed as a judgment for its cruelty. (Nahum 1:8-9)
How does Nahum describe God's vengeance in Nahum 1?
Nahum describes God's vengeance as an irresistible and just force. God will take vengeance against the enemies of His people, manifesting His wrath in an overwhelming way. (Nahum 1:2-6)
What does it mean that God is "slow to anger" in Nahum 1?
Although God is just and punishes the wicked, He is patient and allows time for repentance. His wrath is just, but He is slow to pour it out, as a form of mercy. (Nahum 1:3)
How does Nahum 1 describe God's protection of the righteous?
Nahum 1 reveals that God is a safe refuge for those who seek Him. He protects the righteous from calamities and delivers them from the hand of the oppressors. (Nahum 1:7)
