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[http://www.lds.org/scriptures/ot/nahum/1.2-10?lang=eng#1 Nahum 1:2-10] contains the first of the four addresses in Nahum. This opening address is directed to both Judah and Assyria jointly.<ref>Sweeney, ''The Twelve Prophets'', p. 422, 426-27.</ref> | [http://www.lds.org/scriptures/ot/nahum/1.2-10?lang=eng#1 Nahum 1:2-10] contains the first of the four addresses in Nahum. This opening address is directed to both Judah and Assyria jointly.<ref>Sweeney, ''The Twelve Prophets'', p. 422, 426-27.</ref> | ||
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This opening address can be understood simply as: God is mightier than the elements ([http://www.lds.org/scriptures/ot/nahum/1.3-5?lang=eng#2 3b-5a]). He is mightier than his enemies ([http://www.lds.org/scriptures/ot/nahum/1.2-3,5-6,8-10?lang=eng#1 2-3a, 5b-6, 8-10]). And he is a strong hold or refuge for those who trust in him ([http://www.lds.org/scriptures/ot/nahum/1.7?lang=eng#6 7]). | This opening address can be understood simply as: God is mightier than the elements ([http://www.lds.org/scriptures/ot/nahum/1.3-5?lang=eng#2 3b-5a]). He is mightier than his enemies ([http://www.lds.org/scriptures/ot/nahum/1.2-3,5-6,8-10?lang=eng#1 2-3a, 5b-6, 8-10]). And he is a strong hold or refuge for those who trust in him ([http://www.lds.org/scriptures/ot/nahum/1.7?lang=eng#6 7]). | ||
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[http://www.lds.org/scriptures/ot/nahum/1.9-10?lang=eng#8 Verses 9-10] are introduced with the question: What do ye imagine against the Lord? This question is followed by an affirmation that the Lord will utterly devour those who oppose him. | [http://www.lds.org/scriptures/ot/nahum/1.9-10?lang=eng#8 Verses 9-10] are introduced with the question: What do ye imagine against the Lord? This question is followed by an affirmation that the Lord will utterly devour those who oppose him. | ||
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* Sweeney, Marvin A. ''The Twelve Prophets: Berit Olam Studies in Hebrew Narrative and Poetry, Vol. 2''. Collegeville, Minnesota: The Liturgical Press, 2000. (ISBN 0814650910) BS1560 .S94 2000 | * Sweeney, Marvin A. ''The Twelve Prophets: Berit Olam Studies in Hebrew Narrative and Poetry, Vol. 2''. Collegeville, Minnesota: The Liturgical Press, 2000. (ISBN 0814650910) BS1560 .S94 2000 | ||
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Contents
Summary
- This section should remain brief and may include an outline of the passage. Click the link to the right to add to this summary. →
Nahum 1:2-10 contains the first of the four addresses in Nahum. This opening address is directed to both Judah and Assyria jointly.[1]
This opening address can be understood simply as: God is mightier than the elements (3b-5a). He is mightier than his enemies (2-3a, 5b-6, 8-10). And he is a strong hold or refuge for those who trust in him (7).
Discussion
- This section is for more detailed discussion of all or part of a passage. Discussion may include the meaning of a particular word, how a doctrinal point is developed throughout the passage, ideas for further exploration, and other items. Contributions may range from polished paragraphs down to a single bullet point. The focus, however, should always be on understanding the scriptural text consistent with LDS theology. Click the link to the right to add to this discussion. →
Verse 1
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Verses 2-5
Verse 3 is a reference to Exodus 34:6-7, which recites God's qualities of justice and mercy.
Verses 6-8
Verses 6-8 are introduced with the double question: Who can stand before the Lord's indignation? Who can abide in the fierceness of his anger? This question is followed by an affirmation that the Lord cares for those who trust in him but pours out overwhelming fury upon his enemies.
Verses 9-10
Verses 9-10 are introduced with the question: What do ye imagine against the Lord? This question is followed by an affirmation that the Lord will utterly devour those who oppose him.
Points to ponder
- This section is for prompts that suggest ways that all or part of this passage can influence a person's life. Click the link to the right to add a suggestion. →
I have a question
- This section is for unanswered questions and is an important part of the continual effort to improve this wiki. Please do not be shy, as even a basic or “stupid” question can identify things that need to be improved on this page. Click the link to the right to add a question. →
Resources
- This section is for listing links and print resources, including those cited in the notes. A short comment about the particular strengths of a resource can be helpful. Click the link to the right to add a resource. →
- Sweeney, Marvin A. The Twelve Prophets: Berit Olam Studies in Hebrew Narrative and Poetry, Vol. 2. Collegeville, Minnesota: The Liturgical Press, 2000. (ISBN 0814650910) BS1560 .S94 2000
Notes
- Footnotes are not required but are encouraged for factual assertions that an average reader cannot easily evaluate for themself, such as the date of King Solomon’s death or the nuanced definition of a Greek word. Insights, on the other hand, rarely benefit from footnoting, and the focus of this page should always remain on the scriptures themselves rather than what someone has said about them. Links are actively encouraged on all sections of this page, and links to authoritative sources are preferable to footnotes.
- ↑ Sweeney, The Twelve Prophets, p. 422, 426-27.
