Nahum Chapter 3 Summary
Nineveh reaps what it has sown — destruction and violence.
Discussion Questions for Nahum, Chapter 3
- How does verse one contrast well with what Nineveh once was and their view of themselves? How does this destruction speak to God’s power and the importance of our humility?
- In verse three, the imagery of horsemen charging is used. What other biblical destructions were led by horsemen, and why is this a theme?
- What is God going to do to Nineveh as a result of their disobedience? Are these things loving? If not, how can God do things that are not loving?
- Why is God no longer merciful towards Nineveh? What does this mean for us who continually sin and disobey God?
- In verse five the lord says, “Behold, I am against you.” This is the strongest statement made in this whole chapter. Why is this worse than everything else he says?
- Find three things God says he will do to Nineveh and internalize their severity. How can this help us take God more seriously and be less apathetic in our faith?
- What does verse 17 mean and what is significant in the imagery?
- What figure can the Shepherd mentioned in verse 18 be contrasted to? How does this speak to the importance of having a good Shepherd?
- How does verse 19 explain why God is so angry with Nineveh? How is God showing love in this verse?
- If we continue to disobey God, will we have the same fate? Why or why not?
Key Words/Phrase
Woe, v. 1.
Characters
God, King of Assyria.