Nahum Chapter 1 Summary
Jehovah's holiness and power. Nineveh's destruction forecasted.
Discussion Questions for Nahum, Chapter 1
- The book of Nahum is a "pronouncement concerning Nineveh" (CSB), an Assyrian city. Why do you think that this judgment of an Assyrian city is included in the Old Testament, which was written for the Israelites?
- Nahum 1:3 says that "the Lord will never leave the guilty unpunished" (CSB). Do you consider that to be accurate? Can you think of any examples (from your own life or others) of this being untrue? If you can, how do you reconcile your own experiences with what God's Word says here?
- God's full power is on display in verses 2-6. Why does Nahum start with this? When have you seen God's power in your life?
- Nahum 1:8 brings up an image that should feel familiar to almost any Christian: the Great Flood (Genesis chapters 6–9). Why does Nahum present this kind of image to the people of Nineveh? How is this a reminder of God's power?
- What connections can be made between the Flood narrative (Genesis 6-9) and verses 7-11?
- When has the Lord been a "stronghold in a day of distress" (v. 7, CSB) in your life? How can you use this chapter to encourage others who are going through a difficult time?
- Do verses 7-15 give you hope? What parts, and how do they give you hope?
- What is the significance of not having any offspring to carry on your name? (Verse 14)
- What vows is Nahum talking about in verse 15? Why does Judah need this reminder? How can you remind yourself to follow God's commands?
- This was written to a people who lived thousands of years ago in a land that is thousands of miles away. What timeless principle can we learn from this chapter?
Key Words/Phrase
Vengeance, v. 2.
Characters
God, Nahum.
Strong Verse(s)
3, 7.
