Zephaniah: Summary & Key Themes

The Book of Zephaniah at a glance, before you read it.

Written by	Zephaniah
Written for	Judah
Type	Minor prophet
Chapters	3
Position	Book 36 of 66 · book 36 of the Old Testament

Summary

Zephaniah warns of the day of the LORD and promises a humble remnant over whom God will rejoice with singing.

Main themes

judgment
humility
God’s delight

Key verse

The LORD thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing.

Zephaniah 3:17 (KJV)

How to read Zephaniah

Read it in one sitting first; it is short enough. Ask three questions as you go: what did this mean to the first readers, what does it show about God, and what does it ask of me?

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