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For though the fig tree doesn`t flourish, Nor fruit be in the vines; The labor of the olive fails, The fields yield no food; The flocks are cut off from the fold, And there is no herd in the stalls:
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A Picture of Total Loss
Commentators explain that Habakkuk is not describing a minor setback but a complete and catastrophic failure of every part of the economy. From the most valued fruits (figs, grapes, olives) to staple crops and livestock, he imagines a scenario where every earthly source of security, food, and comfort is gone. This sets up the profound statement of faith that follows.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Although – literally, For.
The fig tree shall not blossom – The prophet repeats his confidence in God, stating first …
19th Century
Anglican
All the verbs in these verses are incorrectly rendered regarding tense. (See note on Chapter 3:15.)
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Although the fig tree shall not blossom Or rather, as the Septuagint version, "shall not bring forth fruit"; since t…
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