Habakkuk by Habakkuk (-1900)

Name: Habakkuk
Author: Habakkuk

Habakkuk is a work of the Hebrew Bible and Christian Old Testament. It is the eighth book of the 12 minor prophets and is attributed to the prophet Habakkuk. The book is composed of three chapters. In the first chapter, Habakkuk expresses his dismay at the wickedness of his people and the apparent inaction of God in punishing them. He questions God's justice and wonders why the wicked seem to prosper. In the second chapter, Habakkuk expresses his faith in God and his assurance that God will eventually bring justice. In the third chapter, Habakkuk praises God for his power and glory and expresses his confidence in God's ultimate victory. The book of Habakkuk is a call to faith and trust in God, even in the face of injustice and suffering. It is a reminder that God is in control and will ultimately bring justice and peace.

By Habakkuk · First published -1900 · Genre: Religious Text, Historical Text, Poetry · 3 chapters · 1,468 words

First lines

The burden which Habakkuk the prophet did see.

O LORD, how long shall I cry, and thou wilt not hear! even cry out unto thee of violence, and thou wilt not save!

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Work type: Novel
Author: Habakkuk
Date: 1900 BCE
Language: English
Genres: Religious Text, Historical Text, Poetry, Philosophical Text
Length: 1,468 words
Structure: 3 chapters, 56 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Religious Text — Habakkuk is a book of the Bible, which is a collection of religious texts.
Historical Text — Habakkuk is a book of the Bible, which is a collection of historical texts.
Poetry — Habakkuk is written in poetic form, with many of its verses being written in poetic meter.
Philosophical Text — Habakkuk contains philosophical musings on the nature of God and the world.