What is the meaning of the word "nahum"?
Nahum's message about the inevitable downfall of oppressive regimes has been interpreted in various ways throughout history, often viewed in the context of hope for liberation from oppression and divine justice against evil.
Definitions:
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A book in the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament, attributed to the prophet Nahum.
NOUN
- The Book of Nahum is known for its fiery denunciations of Nineveh's wickedness.
- The Book of Nahum is known for its fiery denunciations of Nineveh's wickedness.
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A Hebrew minor prophet in the 7th century BC. ADJECTIVE
- Nahum's message served as a warning to other nations about the consequences of wickedness.
- Nahum's message served as a warning to other nations about the consequences of wickedness.
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An Old Testament book telling Nahum's prophecy of the fall of Nineveh. NOUN
- The Book of Nahum is a call for repentance and a reminder of God's sovereignty over nations.
- The Book of Nahum is a call for repentance and a reminder of God's sovereignty over nations.