Nahum 1:11 net — From you, O Nineveh, one has marched forth who plots evil against the LORD, a wicked military strategist.

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"From you, O Nineveh, one has marched forth who plots evil against the LORD, a wicked military strategist."

— Nahum 1:11, NET Bible

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Nahum 1 — Context

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But with an overwhelming flood he will make a complete end of Nineveh; he will drive his enemies into darkness.

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Denunciation and Destruction of Nineveh Whatever you plot against the LORD, he will completely destroy! Distress will not arise a second time.

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Surely they will be totally consumed like entangled thorn bushes, like the drink of drunkards, like very dry stubble.

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From you, O Nineveh, one has marched forth who plots evil against the LORD, a wicked military strategist.

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Oracle of Deliverance to Judah This is what the LORD says:“Even though they are powerful– and what is more, even though their army is numerous– nevertheless, they will be destroyed and trickle away! Although I afflicted you, I will afflict you no more.

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And now, I will break Assyria’s yoke bar from your neck; I will tear apart the shackles that are on you.”

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Oracle of Judgment against the King of Nineveh The LORD has issued a decree against you:“Your dynasty will come to an end. I will destroy the idols and images in the temples of your gods. I will desecrate your grave– because you are accursed!”

Nahum 1:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Nahum 1:11 say?
Nahum 1:11 in the NET Bible reads: “From you, O Nineveh, one has marched forth who plots evil against the LORD, a wicked military strategist.”
Where is Nahum 1:11 in the Bible?
Nahum 1:11 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Nahum, chapter 1, verse 11.
Who wrote Nahum?
Nahum is traditionally attributed to Nahum the Elkoshite. It was written c. 663–612 BC.
What is the book of Nahum about?
A century after Jonah, Nineveh has returned to brutality. Nahum announces the certain, well-deserved fall of the Assyrian empire — a sobering reminder that God is slow to anger, but not slack about justice forever.
What are the major themes of Nahum?
Nahum explores themes including Judgment on Nineveh, God's Wrath, God's Goodness, Sovereignty. These themes shape the meaning and context of Nahum 1:11.
What translation should I read Nahum 1:11 in?
Nahum 1:11 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Nahum 1:11?
Nahum 1:11 reads (NET): “From you, O Nineveh, one has marched forth who plots evil against the LORD, a wicked military strategist.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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