At a glance
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Authorship | Zephaniah (royal lineage, Zephaniah 1:1) |
| Date | ~640-621 BC (during Josiah's reign) |
| Genre | Prophecy |
| Purpose | Day of the LORD warning and restoration promise |
| Chapters | 3 |
Main themes
| Theme | Description |
|---|---|
| Day of the LORD | Coming judgment on Judah and nations |
| Universal judgment | Including foreign nations |
| Restoration | Faithful remnant restored |
| God's love song | Zephaniah 3:17, "He will rejoice over you with singing" |
Key passages
- Zephaniah 1:14-18, Day of the LORD
- Zephaniah 2:3, seek the LORD
- Zephaniah 3:17, God's love for restored remnant