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
About the Book of Zephaniah
Zephaniah warns of a coming 'day of the Lord' that will sweep over Judah, Jerusalem and the surrounding nations alike. Idol worship, corrupt leaders and complacent wealth are all named. Yet the book turns sharply near the end, promising a humble remnant who will be gathered, cleansed and sung over by God himself. It may have fed the mood of Josiah's reform era, and it shows judgment and rescue held in the same breath.
- Testament: Old Testament
- Genre: Prophecy
- Chapters: 3
- Verses: 53
Who Wrote Zephaniah, and When?
Author: Traditionally attributed to Zephaniah, who is traced four generations back to a Hezekiah.
When it was written: Probably during King Josiah's reign, about 640 to 609 BC.
Main Themes in Zephaniah
- The day of the Lord
- Humility and the remnant
- God rejoicing over his people
A Key Verse: Zephaniah 3:17
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.
After chapters of warning, God is pictured singing over those he has restored.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many chapters and verses are in Zephaniah?
Zephaniah has 3 chapters and 53 verses in the King James Version.
Who wrote Zephaniah?
Author: Traditionally attributed to Zephaniah, who is traced four generations back to a Hezekiah. When it was written: Probably during King Josiah's reign, about 640 to 609 BC.
What is Zephaniah about?
Zephaniah warns of a coming 'day of the Lord' that will sweep over Judah, Jerusalem and the surrounding nations alike. Idol worship, corrupt leaders and complacent wealth are all named. Yet the book turns sharply near the end, promising a humble remnant who will be gathered, cleansed and sung over by God himself. It may have fed the mood of Josiah's reform era, and it shows judgment and rescue held in the same breath.
Can I get a random verse from only Zephaniah?
Yes. This page picks a random verse from Zephaniah only. Every one of its 53 verses has an equal chance.