Thus saith the LORD; Though they be quiet, and likewise many, yet thus shall they be cut down, when he shall pass through. Though I have afflicted thee, I will afflict thee no more.
This is what God says: 'Even though your enemies seem chill and have strength in numbers, they're going to get completely taken down when judgment comes. And hey, I know I've let you go through some really hard times, but I'm done putting you through that.'
God's promise: your enemies' good times are ending, and so is your season of struggle.
📚 Historical Context
The book of Nahum was written by the prophet Nahum in the 7th century BC, during a time when the Assyrian Empire was a dominant and oppressive force against nations like Judah. In this verse, God delivers a message of assurance to Judah, promising that despite the Assyrians' apparent strength and numbers, they would be decisively defeated as part of God's judgment. This prophecy fits into the broader biblical narrative of God's protection for His people and His sovereign intervention against evil empires.
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