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1 Co rinthians 15:55 O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?    It has been my desire to write about this subject for some time. Knowing it is somehow socially unpleasant, I procrastinated but the mystery shrouding makes me believe that this subject is of interest to many.   The inescapable reality of death compels every rational individual to contemplate the possibility of existence beyond it. If indeed there exists an afterlife, our actions on Earth should be guided by the anticipation of this subsequent phase of existence. It is my aspiration that this article may offer solace to many and bring closure to the pervasive question that lingers in the minds of all.   Death is mystifying because despite the  abundance of accounts recounting near-death experiences (NDE),  many people are not convinced that such experiences of life after death is the truth. Critics tend to dismiss such encounters as mere hallucinations or, at best, extra...

The writer    The book of Nahum was penned after the Assyrians triumphed over the Northern Kingdom in 722 BC. The name Nahum itself holds the meaning of "comforted," reflecting his role as a minister to the southern kingdom of Judah.       Nahum's prophetic message revolved around the imminent downfall of Nineveh. This prophecy brought solace to the inhabitants of Judah who endured constant harassment from the Assyrians following the collapse of the Northern Kingdom. The Assyrians' relentless aggressions against Judah were documented in 2 Kings 18:13-15. In due course , Nahum's prophecy found fulfillment when the Babylonians conquered the Assyrians, resulting in the capture of Nineveh in 612 BC.   Key verse   Nahum 1:7  The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him.    During Nahum's ministry, the people of Judah endured brutal aggression from the Assyrians. In the midst of their suffering, the ve...