Nahum 1:12 web — Thus says Yahweh: "Though they be in full strength, and likewise many, even so they will be cut down, and he shall pass…

World English Bible

"Thus says Yahweh: "Though they be in full strength, and likewise many, even so they will be cut down, and he shall pass away. Though I have afflicted you, I will afflict you no more."

— Nahum 1:12, World English Bible

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Nahum 1 — Context

9

What do you plot against Yahweh? He will make a full end. Affliction won't rise up the second time.

10

For entangled like thorns, and drunken as with their drink, they are consumed utterly like dry stubble.

11

There is one gone forth out of you, who devises evil against Yahweh, who counsels wickedness.

12

Thus says Yahweh: "Though they be in full strength, and likewise many, even so they will be cut down, and he shall pass away. Though I have afflicted you, I will afflict you no more.

13

Now will I break his yoke from off you, and will burst your bonds apart."

14

Yahweh has commanded concerning you: "No more descendants will bear your name. Out of the house of your gods, will I cut off the engraved image and the molten image. I will make your grave, for you are vile."

15

Behold, on the mountains the feet of him who brings good news, who publishes peace! Keep your feasts, Judah! Perform your vows, for the wicked one will no more pass through you. He is utterly cut off.

Nahum 1:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Nahum 1:12 say?
Nahum 1:12 in the World English Bible reads: “Thus says Yahweh: "Though they be in full strength, and likewise many, even so they will be cut down, and he shall pass away. Though I have afflicted you, I will afflict you no more.”
Where is Nahum 1:12 in the Bible?
Nahum 1:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Nahum, chapter 1, verse 12.
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 1:12.
What translation should I read Nahum 1:12 in?
Nahum 1:12 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 1:12?
Nahum 1:12 reads (WEB): “Thus says Yahweh: "Though they be in full strength, and likewise many, even so they will be cut down, and he shall pass away. Though I have afflicted you, I will afflict you no more.” 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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