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Nahum 1:4

King James Version (KJV)

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Nahum 1:4

Verse 4 of 15

Scripture focus

He rebuketh the sea, and maketh it dry, and drieth up all the rivers: Bashan languisheth, and Carmel, and the flower of Lebanon languisheth.

Nahum 1:4 — KJV

Theological / Devotional

Rebuketh. A demonstration of the power of God, such as in the crossing of the Red Sea (see Ex. 14:21; Ps. 106:9).

Rivers. God is shown as in complete control of the elements of nature. Compare Ps. 107:33; Isa. 50:2.

Bashan. This region was noted for its rich pastures and large herds of cattle (see Deut. 32:14; Ps. 22:12; Eze. 39:18).

Carmel. A mountain range on the Mediterranean coast, well watered (see on 1 Kings 18:19).

Lebanon. Renowned for its cedars.

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