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God's Unexpected Instrument
In response to Habakkuk's complaint about unchecked sin, God reveals a shocking plan. Commentators explain that God tells Judah to 'look among the nations' because He will use a pagan empire, the Chaldeans, as His instrument of judgment. This was startling because Judah, as God's chosen people, expected divine favor, not punishment at the hands of a 'heathen' nation they considered an ally.
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Habakkuk
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Albert Barnes
On Habakkuk 1:5
18th Century
Theologian
Behold you among the heathen - The whole tone of the words suddenly changes. The Jews flattered themselves that, being the people o…
Charles Ellicott
On Habakkuk 1:5–11
19th Century
Bishop
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
On Habakkuk 1:5
16th Century
Theologian
The Prophet turns his discourse to the Jews, after relating the private conversation in which he reasoned earnestly with God for having so patientl…
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John Gill
On Habakkuk 1:5
17th Century
Pastor
Behold you among the heathen, and regard
This is the Lord's answer to the prophet's complaint, or what he directs hi…
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…