Zephaniah, Nahum, and Habakkuk
Hebrew Prophets of the Seventh Century
- Biblical Studies & Commentaries
- Publisher: Cascade Books (Wipf and Stock)
- Published: 2025
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Publisher's Description
This book introduces readers to three Hebrew prophets of the seventh century BCE, Zephaniah, Nahum, and Habakkuk. After a survey of the historical background of the period, and a brief introduction to each prophet, all prophecies are translated, their rhetorical and compositional nature noted, and each is then discussed in detail. At the conclusion of each passage questions are provided for reflection, making the book suitable for Bible study and small-group discussions.
Endorsements (3)
“This book provides fascinating insights into the political and religious life of the kingdom of Judah during its last decades until 587 BCE. For each text unit in these three prophetical books, there is an illuminating discussion on rhetoric and composition, message, and reflection. The reader is inspired to see the modern world in the light from the biblical texts. A stimulating book, full of valuable observations!”
“The prophets Nahum, Habakkuk, and Zephaniah condemned the compromises of Judah’s leaders as well as the looming threats from the Assyrian, Babylonian, and Egyptian empires. Professor Jack Lundbom revisits the impassioned rhetoric of these prophetic voices, offering invaluable insights for our own turbulent times.”
“Making the Hebrew prophets of the seventh century BCE readable and accessible to the general reader is a daunting task. Placed in hazy historical situations and expressed in often obscure language, those prophets struggled to deliver the word of God on dire topics of war and violence. Jack R. Lundbom, a renowned Old Testament scholar and an experienced pastor, has embraced this task with solid academic rigor and much pastoral care. That is indeed what it takes to pass on the message of these ancient prophets to our modern societies. The recent increased number of conflicts in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe urge us to hear the message and speak it loud and clear. Lundbom’s brief but compelling commentary on Zephaniah, Nahum, and Habakkuk can certainly help us to do so.”
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