צְפַנְיָה
ṣᵊp̄anyâ Yahweh has treasured
Approximate time period of 2nd Kings 22-23
630 – 620 BC
Zephaniah, a prophet chosen by YAHWEH יְהֹוָה
Hebrew Yəhōwā, one vocalization of the Tetragrammaton יהוה (YHWH), the proper name of the God of Israel in the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament. It is considered one of the seven names of God in Judaism and a form of God’s name in Christianity. Covenant making covenant keeping GOD. For more info click here, confronted a corrupt and unrighteous Judah. YAHWEH יְהֹוָה
Hebrew Yəhōwā, one vocalization of the Tetragrammaton יהוה (YHWH), the proper name of the God of Israel in the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament. It is considered one of the seven names of God in Judaism and a form of God’s name in Christianity. Covenant making covenant keeping GOD. For more info click here used Assyria to punish them for their wrongdoing. In this reckoning, Zephaniah urged listeners to repent and find mercy. The faithful remnant would praise the just YAHWEH יְהֹוָה
Hebrew Yəhōwā, one vocalization of the Tetragrammaton יהוה (YHWH), the proper name of the God of Israel in the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament. It is considered one of the seven names of God in Judaism and a form of God’s name in Christianity. Covenant making covenant keeping GOD. For more info click here once delivered.
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This little prophecy claims to be a revelation to Zephaniah, who prophesied after the destruction of Israel during the days of Josiah. Probably his messages were spoken before Josiah’s reformation, for they picture a desperately wicked people who do not seek the Lord.