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A Picture of Inescapable Judgment
Commentators explain that the vivid animal imagery—the speed of leopards, the ferocity of hungry evening wolves, and the swiftness of a devouring eagle—paints a terrifying picture of the Chaldean army. This force is not just powerful; it is an instrument of God's judgment, designed to be overwhelmingly swift and fierce, shattering any false sense of security among the people of Judah.
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Habakkuk
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Albert Barnes
On Habakkuk 1:8
18th Century
Theologian
Their horses are swifter - literally, lighter, as we say "light of foot."
Than leopards - The wild beast intended is the panth…
Charles Ellicott
On Habakkuk 1:8
19th Century
Bishop
Are more fierce. —Better, are sharper. This is the literal meaning of the verb. The ideas intended are those of activity …
John Calvin
On Habakkuk 1:8
16th Century
Theologian
The purpose of these figurative expressions is the same. The Prophet had spoken of the cruelty of those enemies whom the Jews despised: he now adds…
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John Gill
On Habakkuk 1:8
17th Century
Pastor
Their horses also are swifter than the leopards
Creatures remarkable for their swiftness: these are creatures born o…
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…