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Book of Nahum

The Book of Nahum is a biblical text found in the Old Testament of the Bible. It is considered one of the prophetic books and is named after the prophet Nahum.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun):

- A book in the Old Testament of the Bible.

- A literary work containing prophecies and teachings from the prophet Nahum.

- A sacred text regarded as scripture by various religious traditions.

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Example Sentences:

1. The Book of Nahum predicts the downfall of Nineveh.

2. Scholars study the Book of Nahum to gain insights into ancient prophecy.

3. The Book of Nahum is highly regarded in the Jewish and Christian traditions.

Sense 2 (Noun):

- A specific copy or edition of the Book of Nahum.

- A printed or digital version of the biblical text.

- A physical or virtual object containing the content of the Book of Nahum.

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Example Sentences:

1. I own a beautifully illustrated edition of the Book of Nahum.

2. The digital age has made it easier to access different versions of the Book of Nahum.

3. She carried a small pocket-sized book of Nahum wherever she went.

Sense 3 (Noun, Local):

- A colloquial term used within a specific local community.

- A vernacular expression or phrase associated with a particular locality.

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Example Sentences:

1. "Book of Nahum" is a local term used by the residents of this town to describe a person's diary.

2. The phrase "the book of Nahum" has a unique meaning in the local dialect.

3. Different regions have their own versions of the "Book of Nahum" with specific cultural interpretations.