Who was Nineveh?

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The story of Nineveh

Nineveh - Capital
Nineveh - Capital
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Nineveh was a biblical figure who is best known for being the capital of the ancient Assyrian Empire. He was the son of Nimrod, the founder of the Assyrian Empire, and the brother of Asshur. He is credited with the building of the city of Nineveh, which was the largest city in the world at the time. Nineveh was a powerful ruler who was known for his military prowess and his ability to conquer other nations. He was also known for his cruelty and his willingness to use violence to achieve his goals. He was a ruthless ruler who was feared by many of his enemies. Nineveh is best known for his role in the Bible. He is mentioned in the book of Jonah, where he is portrayed as a wicked ruler who repents of his sins after hearing the words of the prophet Jonah. He is also mentioned in the book of Nahum, where he is portrayed as a cruel and oppressive ruler who is eventually destroyed by God. Nineveh is remembered as a powerful ruler who was willing to use violence to achieve his goals. He is also remembered for his repentance and his willingness to accept the words of the prophet Jonah. He is an important figure in the Bible and is remembered for his role in the destruction of the Assyrian Empire.

Name meaning

"House of Ishtar"

Name origin

Assyrian

Role

Capital

First mention

Genesis 10:11

Appearances in the Bible

17 mentions

Nineveh in the Bible

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Genesis

Chapter 10

The Nations of the Earth

This chapter lists the descendants of the three sons of Noah: Shem, Ham, and Japheth. It also describes the different na...

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Matthew

Chapter 12

Lord of the Sabbath

Jesus is accused of blasphemy and performs more miracles.

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2 Kings

Chapter 19

Sennacherib's Invasion of Judah

Sennacherib, the king of Assyria, invades Judah, but is ultimately defeated

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Jonah

Chapter 1

Called to Preach to Nineveh

God calls Jonah to preach against the city of Nineveh, a wicked and corrupt city, but Jonah rebels and tries to flee.

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Jonah

Chapter 3

Jonah Preaches to Nineveh

Jonah finally obeys and preaches to Nineveh, and the people repent and turn back to God, much to Jonah's surprise and di...

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Jonah

Chapter 4

Jonah's Anger and God's Mercy

Jonah becomes angry and frustrated that God has spared Nineveh, and God teaches Jonah a lesson about His mercy and compa...

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Zephaniah

Chapter 2

Woe to the Nations

The Lord calls out to the nations to repent, warning of coming judgment and destruction.

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Isaiah

Chapter 37

King Hezekiah's Prayer and God's Deliverance from Assyria

In Isaiah chapter 37, King Hezekiah receives a threatening letter from the Assyrian king, Sennacherib, warning him of th...

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Nahum

Chapter 1

God's Wrath against Nineveh

Nahum prophesies the imminent destruction of Nineveh, the capital city of Assyria, due to their wickedness and violence....

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Nahum

Chapter 2

The Fall of Nineveh

Nahum describes the impending destruction of Nineveh, the capital of the Assyrian Empire. He vividly portrays the city's...

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Nahum

Chapter 3

The Fall of Nineveh

In Nahum chapter 3, the prophet laments the impending destruction of Nineveh, the capital of the Assyrian empire, due to...

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