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How does Nahum label the city of Nineveh as it pronounces a woe on it (Nah 3:1)?
How does Nahum label the city of Nineveh as it pronounces a woe on it (Nah 3:1)?
- City of idols (correct)
- City of cruelty
- City of blood (correct)
- City of injustice (correct)
What is Nineveh full of (Nah 2:1)?
What is Nineveh full of (Nah 2:1)?
- Injustice
- Wickedness
- Lies (correct)
- Death and destruction
What is Nineveh never without (Nah 3:1)?
What is Nineveh never without (Nah 3:1)?
- Wickedness
- Victims (correct)
- Death
- Oppression (correct)
All of the following were used to describe Nineveh's making piles of dead EXCEPT (Nah 3:2f)?
All of the following were used to describe Nineveh's making piles of dead EXCEPT (Nah 3:2f)?
In Nineveh's attacks over what do they stumble (Nah 3:3)?
In Nineveh's attacks over what do they stumble (Nah 3:3)?
Nineveh is called the mistress of __________ (Nah 3:4)
Nineveh is called the mistress of __________ (Nah 3:4)
How did Nineveh enslave the nations (Nah 3:4)?
How did Nineveh enslave the nations (Nah 3:4)?
How did Nineveh enslave the nations (Nah 3:4)?
How did Nineveh enslave the nations (Nah 3:4)?
The Lord Almighty said he was against Nineveh and what did he threaten to do to them before the nations (Nah 3:5)?
The Lord Almighty said he was against Nineveh and what did he threaten to do to them before the nations (Nah 3:5)?
What will the Lord Almighty do against Nineveh before the nations (Nah 3:5)?
What will the Lord Almighty do against Nineveh before the nations (Nah 3:5)?
With what will God pelt Nineveh (Nah 3:6)?
With what will God pelt Nineveh (Nah 3:6)?
With what will God treat Nineveh (Nah 3:6)?
With what will God treat Nineveh (Nah 3:6)?
What will God make Nineveh (Nah 3:6)?
What will God make Nineveh (Nah 3:6)?
What city does God compare Nineveh to that was taken into exile (Nah 3:8)?
What city does God compare Nineveh to that was taken into exile (Nah 3:8)?
Thebes is located on what river (Nah 3:8)?
Thebes is located on what river (Nah 3:8)?
What was the boundless strength of Thebes (Nah 3:9)?
What was the boundless strength of Thebes (Nah 3:9)?
Who were among the allies of Thebes (Nah 3:9)?
Who were among the allies of Thebes (Nah 3:9)?
All of the following happened to Thebes EXCEPT (Nah 3:10)
All of the following happened to Thebes EXCEPT (Nah 3:10)
Like Thebes, Nineveh will do all of the following in their day of calamity EXCEPT (Nah 3:11)
Like Thebes, Nineveh will do all of the following in their day of calamity EXCEPT (Nah 3:11)
What does Nahum say that their fortresses will be like (Nah 3:12)?
What does Nahum say that their fortresses will be like (Nah 3:12)?
What happens when the fig tree is shaken (Nah 3:12)?
What happens when the fig tree is shaken (Nah 3:12)?
How does Nahum characterize Nineveh's troops (Nah 3:13)?
How does Nahum characterize Nineveh's troops (Nah 3:13)?
To whom are the gates of Nineveh's land wide open (Nah 3:13)?
To whom are the gates of Nineveh's land wide open (Nah 3:13)?
What does Nahum admonish Nineveh to draw water for (Nah 3:14)?
What does Nahum admonish Nineveh to draw water for (Nah 3:14)?
What does he tell Nineveh to do for the siege they are about to experience (Nah 3:14)?
What does he tell Nineveh to do for the siege they are about to experience (Nah 3:14)?
Study Notes
Nineveh's Descriptions and Accusations
- Nahum labels Nineveh as the "City of Blood" due to its violent history.
- The city is characterized by being full of lies, indicative of its deceitful nature.
- Nineveh is never without victims, reflecting its oppressive and cruel practices.
Violence and Consequences
- Descriptions of Nineveh's destruction include sounds like the crack of whips, galloping horses, and the clash of chariots, but exclude "sparkling armor" as a descriptor.
- In battles, Nineveh stumbles over corpses, showcasing the extensive loss of life resulting from its violent actions.
Sorcery and Prostitution
- Nineveh is referred to as the "mistress of sorceries," highlighting its reliance on witchcraft and mystical practices.
- The city enslaved nations through prostitution and witchcraft, demonstrating moral and ethical decay.
Divine Judgment
- The Lord declares He is against Nineveh and threatens to expose its nakedness before nations, symbolizing total humiliation.
- God intends to pelt Nineveh with filth and treat it with contempt, emphasizing a total rejection of the city.
Thebes as a Symbol
- Nineveh is compared to Thebes, which suffered a fate of exile and destruction despite its strength due to allies like Cush and Egypt.
- Thebes was situated on the Nile River, bolstering its significance in the region.
Future Predictions for Nineveh
- In calamity, like Thebes, Nineveh is predicted to become drunk, hide, and seek refuge from enemies, but will not flee to Aram.
- Its fortresses are likened to fig trees, suggesting they will offer little protection when shaken.
Weakness and Vulnerability
- Nahum characterizes Nineveh's troops as weaklings, indicating a loss of power and morale.
- The gates of Nineveh's land are open to enemies, suggesting that it is vulnerable to attack.
Preparedness for Siege
- Nineveh is advised to draw water in preparation for an impending siege, implying urgency in fortifying their defenses.
- The call to action includes repairing brickwork and storing food, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation they face.
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Test your knowledge of Nahum Chapter 3 with these flashcard-style multiple choice questions. This quiz covers key themes and phrases related to the city of Nineveh, including its characteristics and the judgments pronounced against it. Challenge yourself and deepen your understanding of this prophetic book.
