The book of Habakkuk
The Book of Habakkuk
What is the book of Habakkuk about?
The book of Habakkuk starts with two chapters of him arguing with God about injustice, violence, and suffering. He was confused as to why all these troubles were rampant in Israel among God's own chosen people. When the Lord was prepared to do something about it through the ruthless Babylonians, Habakkuk was even more confused that God would use "evil" to execute judgement.
God makes it clear, however, that the Babylonians will eventually be destroyed. In the end, Habakkuk learns to trust in God's plans and await his workings in due time. Chapter 3 closes the book of Habakkuk with a prayer that was his response to his conversation with God.
Who wrote the book of Habakkuk?
The author of Habakkuk is himself.
Who is the audience?
The people of the southern kingdom of Judah.
Timeframe Habakkuk was written:
Written sometime around 600 BC.
"In short" (One sentence summary):
Habakkuk questions God's ways, specifically why He is allowing violence and injustice to exist among His chosen people.
Fun facts about Habakkuk/Did you know?
Habakkuk uniquely does not include prophetic messages for the people of Israel. He was the only prophet to argue with God and to ask the questions directly to him that maybe many of the people back then (and even to this day) have about why injustice exists in our world. We cannot question God's ways but rather trust them as part of His greater plan and purpose.
