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They are terrible and dreadful; their judgment and their dignity proceed from themselves.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

They are terrible - איום 'âyôm occurs here only and in Song of Solomon 6:4 and Song of Solomon 6:10,…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

Jehovah’s answer to Habakkuk’s complaint. These disorders are to be punished by an invasion of Chaldeans. The appearance, character, and operations…

John Calvin

John Calvin

JohnCalvin

16th Century
Protestant
16th Century

By saying that the Chaldeans would be terrible and dreadful, he does not praise their virtues. Instead, as I have already reminded you, he shows th…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

They [are] terrible and dreadful
For the fierceness of their countenances; the number and valour of their troops; th…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

The servants of the Lord are deeply afflicted by seeing ungodliness and violence prevail, especially among those who profess the truth. No one hesi…

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