The Book of Nahum is one of the twelve minor prophets in the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. It primarily focuses on the impending destruction of Nineveh, the capital of the Assyrian Empire, due to its wickedness and oppression. Nahum's vivid imagery and poetic language convey a message of divine judgment and justice. Nahum is believed to have been written in the 7th century BCE, during a time when the Assyrians were a dominant power. The book emphasizes God's sovereignty and the eventual downfall of those who oppose Him. It serves as a reminder of the consequences of injustice and the hope for those who suffer under tyranny.