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Therefore the law is paralyzed, and justice never goes forth; for the wicked surround the righteous; therefore justice goes forth perverted.
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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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18th Century
Presbyterian
Therefore - that is, because God seemed not to awaken to avenge His own cause, people convinced themselves they could continue sinning witho…
19th Century
Anglican
Habakkuk complains of the apparent triumph of wickedness among his countrymen.
16th Century
Protestant
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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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Therefore the law is slacked Is not put into execution against offenders: the civil magistrates, whose office it is …
The servants of the Lord are deeply afflicted by seeing ungodliness and violence prevail, especially among those who profess the truth. No one hesi…
