Easy Bible・Nahum 2

The destruction of Nineveh

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In this chapter, the prophet Nahum describes the impending destruction of Nineveh, the capital of the Assyrian empire. He vividly portrays the advance of the enemy forces and the resulting panic and chaos within the city. The once mighty city is now reduced to ruins, and its inhabitants are left defenseless and in despair. The chapter begins with the call for Nineveh's attackers to prepare for battle and the description of the enemy's swift and unstoppable advance. The city gates are opened wide, and the river gates are destroyed, allowing the enemy to flood in. The chariots race through the streets, creating dust clouds and trampling over the fallen bodies. The destruction is so complete that it seems as if Nineveh never existed. The city's treasures are plundered, its palaces are destroyed, and its people are scattered. The once proud and feared city is now a desolate wasteland. This chapter serves as a reminder of God's justice and His ability to bring down the mighty and protect His people.