Tag: nineveh
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Nahum: The God Who Brings Justice and Comfort
The Book of Nahum is a brief but powerful message of God’s justice and mercy. Written sometime between 663 and 612 BCE, Nahum’s prophecy announces the downfall of Nineveh, the capital of the Assyrian Empire — a nation known for its arrogance, violence, and cruelty. The Assyrians had crushed Israel and terrorized their neighbors, believing…
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Jonah: The Reluctant Prophet and the Boundless Mercy of God
Today, I read the Book of Jonah — a story that, though short, reaches deep into the heart of what it means to know God. It’s a tale filled with humor, irony, and divine tenderness. On the surface, it’s the story of a prophet who runs away from his calling. But beneath that simple narrative…
The Curious Pilgrim 