This book highlights the complex literary style and poetic excellence of Nahum, marking a major advancement in Hebrew poetry studies. It sheds light on how the Hebrew Bible was formed. Duane Christensen, a respected biblical scholar, delves into Nahum's Hebrew text, revealing its intricate structure and poetic beauty.

Nahum focuses on God's justice, depicting Him as powerful and capable of intense anger. This contrasts with Jonah, another book in the Twelve Prophets, which shows God as compassionate and loving. Christensen explains how both Nahum and Jonah offer essential views of God's nature. The commentary also includes the most comprehensive bibliography of cited works available.