Nahum's Prophecy Unveiled: Divine Justice and the Fall of Nineveh

Understanding Nahum's Message in Historical and Theological Context

Josua Ben Esra (Autor)

Buch | Hardcover

214 Seiten

2024
tredition (Verlag)
978-3-384-42247-7 (ISBN)

Infos

Nahum's prophecy against the mighty city of Nineveh stands as one of the most gripping visions in the biblical prophetic canon. This book takes readers deep into the historical and cultural world of the ancient Near East, illuminating the role of the Assyrian Empire as an indomitable power and, paradoxically, as the target of divine retribution. How could an empire that seemed unbeatable in its day fall so swiftly and dramatically?In Nahum's Prophecy Unveiled, Josua Ben Esra explores Nahum's message within its theological context, uncovering dimensions of divine justice that continue to resonate today. Through a thorough analysis of the political and cultural dynamics of the Assyrian age, this book reveals how Nahum's prophecy reflected the Israelites' hopes for liberation and divine intervention. With keen insight into the linguistic subtleties and historical realities surrounding Nahum's time, Ben Esra offers a fresh perspective on a frequently overlooked book of the Bible.This book is essential for anyone wishing to rediscover the prophetic literature and concepts of divine justice in the Old Testament. Immerse yourself in Nahum's world and experience a powerful message that reflects a complex and transformative era.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.11.2024
• Verlagsort: Dietikon
• Sprache: deutsch
• Maße: 148 x 210 mm
• Gewicht: 449 g
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft ► Latein / Altgriechisch
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft ► Literaturwissenschaft
• Schlagworte: assyrian empire • biblical history • Divine Justice • Divine Retribution • Hebrew Prophets • Nahum Prophecy • Nineveh's Fall • Nineveh’s Fall • Old Testament study • prophetic literature
• ISBN-10: 3-384-42247-3 / 3384422473
• ISBN-13: 978-3-384-42247-7 / 9783384422477
• Zustand: Neuware