Open English Translation HAB Introduction

Introduction

In this document, we can read the prophet Havakuk’s (Habakkuk’s) discussions about Yahweh God. Havakuk lived in Yehudah (Judah) and this document was likely written by 600 before Yeshua/Jesus (B.C.) Havakuk questions God as to why he punishes his Israeli relatives when they’re more godly people than those who attack them. Yahweh answered that he sent armies from Bavel in order to punishment them. At that time, the Babylonians solders were very feared because they were very fierce and had already defeated Ashur and Mitsrayim. Havakuk didn’t understand why his master Yahweh would allow that. He also asked God, “Why are you silent while the wicked destroy those who are more godly than them?” (1:13). God answered that he would step in and help in due course: “…godly people live by their faith.” (2:4)

The other part of this document is the prophecy about the coming destruction of evil people. Havakuk still fears God’s curse on Yehudah, but he trusting that his people would be saved and given of strength to endure the difficulties that they were experiencing. This document finishes with a song praising the Yahweh for his faithfulness.

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