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The Paralysis of Justice
Commentators explain that Habakkuk is describing a complete societal breakdown. God's law has become "paralyzed" or "chilled," losing its authority. As a result, true justice is never enacted. Scholars note the wicked systematically "compass about" or surround the righteous, ensuring that any legal judgment that does emerge is corrupt and perverted.
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Habakkuk
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Albert Barnes
On Habakkuk 1:4
18th Century
Theologian
Therefore - that is, because God seemed not to awaken to avenge His own cause, people convinced themselves they could continue sinning witho…
Charles Ellicott
On Habakkuk 1:1–4
19th Century
Bishop
Habakkuk complains of the apparent triumph of wickedness among his countrymen.
John Calvin
On Habakkuk 1:4
16th Century
Theologian
The Prophet confirms here what I have already said and provides a reason for his zeal; he proves that he was not without reason led to such great p…
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John Gill
On Habakkuk 1:4
17th Century
Pastor
Therefore the law is slacked
Is not put into execution against offenders: the civil magistrates, whose office it is …
Matthew Henry
On Habakkuk 1:1–11
17th Century
Minister
The servants of the Lord are deeply afflicted by seeing ungodliness and violence prevail, especially among those who profess the truth. No one hesi…