Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version They are a feared and dreaded people; they are a law to themselves and promote their own honor. New Living Translation They are notorious for their cruelty and do whatever they like. English Standard Version They are dreaded and fearsome; their justice and dignity go forth from themselves. Berean Standard Bible They are dreaded and feared; from themselves they derive justice and sovereignty. Berean Literal Bible He is terrible and fearsome; his justice and his dignity go forth from him. King James Bible They are terrible and dreadful: their judgment and their dignity shall proceed of themselves. New King James Version They are terrible and dreadful; Their judgment and their dignity proceed from themselves. New American Standard Bible “They are terrifying and feared; Their justice and authority originate with themselves. NASB 1995 “They are dreaded and feared; Their justice and authority originate with themselves. NASB 1977 “They are dreaded and feared. Their justice and authority originate with themselves. Legacy Standard Bible They are dreaded and feared; Their justice and exaltation come forth from themselves. Amplified Bible “The Chaldeans are dreaded and feared; Their justice and authority originate with themselves and are defined only by their decree. Berean Annotated Bible They are dreaded and feared; from themselves they derive justice and sovereignty. Christian Standard Bible They are fierce and terrifying; their views of justice and sovereignty stem from themselves. Holman Christian Standard Bible They are fierce and terrifying; their views of justice and sovereignty stem from themselves. American Standard Version They are terrible and dreadful; their judgment and their dignity proceed from themselves. Contemporary English Version How fearsome and frightening. Their only laws and rules are the ones they make up. English Revised Version They are terrible and dreadful: their judgment and their dignity proceed from themselves. GOD'S WORD® Translation They will be terrifying and fearsome. They will carry out their own kind of justice and honor. Good News Translation They spread fear and terror, and in their pride they are a law to themselves. International Standard Version They are terrible and fearsome; their brand of justice and sense of honor derive only from themselves! NET Bible They are frightening and terrifying; they decide for themselves what is right. New Heart English Bible He is feared and dreaded. His judgment will be from himself, and his authority will come from himself. Webster's Bible Translation They are terrible and dreadful: their judgment and their dignity shall proceed from themselves. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThey are dreaded and feared; from themselves they derive justice and sovereignty. World English Bible They are feared and dreaded. Their judgment and their dignity proceed from themselves. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionHe [is] terrible and fearful, "" His judgment and his excellence go forth from him. Berean Literal Bible He is terrible and fearsome; his justice and his dignity go forth from him. Young's Literal Translation Terrible and fearful it is, From itself its judgment and its excellency go forth. Smith's Literal Translation He terrible and dreadful: his judgment and his elevation shall come forth from himself, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThey are dreadful, and terrible: from themselves shall their judgment, and their burden proceed. Catholic Public Domain Version It is dreadful and terrible. From themselves, judgment and their burden will issue. New American Bible They are terrifying and dreadful; their right and their exalted position are of their own making. New Revised Standard Version Dread and fearsome are they; their justice and dignity proceed from themselves. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThey are mighty and dreadful; their judgment and their notable doings proceed of themselves. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated He is strong and is feared and his judgment is from him and the vision goes forth OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917They are terrible and dreadful; Their law and their majesty proceed from themselves. Brenton Septuagint Translation He is terrible and famous; his judgment shall proceed of himself, and his dignity shall come out of himself. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The LORD's Answer…6For behold, I am raising up the Chaldeans—that ruthless and impetuous nation which marches through the breadth of the earth to seize dwellings not their own. 7They are dreaded and feared; from themselves they derive justice and sovereignty. 8Their horses are swifter than leopards, fiercer than wolves of the night. Their horsemen charge ahead, and their cavalry comes from afar. They fly like a vulture, swooping down to devour.… Cross References They are dreaded and feared; Exodus 15:16 and terror and dread will fall on them. By the power of Your arm they will be as still as a stone until Your people pass by, O LORD, until the people You have bought pass by. Deuteronomy 2:25 This very day I will begin to put the dread and fear of you upon all the nations under heaven. They will hear the reports of you and tremble in anguish because of you.” Joshua 2:9 and said to them, “I know that the LORD has given you this land and that the fear of you has fallen on us, so that all who dwell in the land are melting in fear of you. from themselves they derive justice and sovereignty. Hosea 8:4 They set up kings, but not by Me. They make princes, but without My approval. With their silver and gold they make themselves idols, to their own destruction. Psalm 94:20 Can a corrupt throne be Your ally—one devising mischief by decree? Daniel 11:36 Then the king will do as he pleases and will exalt and magnify himself above every god, and he will speak monstrous things against the God of gods. He will be successful until the time of wrath is completed, for what has been decreed must be accomplished. Isaiah 5:26-30 He lifts a banner for the distant nations and whistles for those at the ends of the earth. Behold—how speedily and swiftly they come! / None of them grows weary or stumbles; no one slumbers or sleeps. No belt is loose and no sandal strap is broken. / Their arrows are sharpened, and all their bows are strung. The hooves of their horses are like flint; their chariot wheels are like a whirlwind. … Jeremiah 5:15-17 Behold, I am bringing a distant nation against you, O house of Israel,” declares the LORD. “It is an established nation, an ancient nation, a nation whose language you do not know and whose speech you do not understand. / Their quivers are like open graves; they are all mighty men. / They will devour your harvest and food; they will consume your sons and daughters; they will eat up your flocks and herds; they will feed on your vines and fig trees. With the sword they will destroy the fortified cities in which you trust.” Deuteronomy 28:49-50 The LORD will bring a nation from afar, from the ends of the earth, to swoop down upon you like an eagle—a nation whose language you will not understand, / a ruthless nation with no respect for the old and no pity for the young. 2 Kings 24:2 And the LORD sent Chaldean, Aramean, Moabite, and Ammonite raiders against Jehoiakim in order to destroy Judah, according to the word that the LORD had spoken through His servants the prophets. Ezekiel 28:7 behold, I will bring foreigners against you, the most ruthless of nations. They will draw their swords against the beauty of your wisdom and will defile your splendor. Daniel 7:7 After this, as I watched in my vision in the night, suddenly a fourth beast appeared, and it was terrifying—dreadful and extremely strong—with large iron teeth. It devoured and crushed; then it trampled underfoot whatever was left. It was different from all the beasts before it, and it had ten horns. Nahum 3:19 There is no healing for your injury; your wound is severe. All who hear the news of you applaud your downfall, for who has not experienced your constant cruelty? Isaiah 10:5-7 Woe to Assyria, the rod of My anger; the staff in their hands is My wrath. / I will send him against a godless nation; I will dispatch him against a people destined for My rage, to take spoils and seize plunder, and to trample them down like clay in the streets. / But this is not his intention; this is not his plan. For it is in his heart to destroy and cut off many nations. Jeremiah 6:22-23 This is what the LORD says: “Behold, an army is coming from the land of the north; a great nation is stirred up from the ends of the earth. / They grasp the bow and spear; they are cruel and merciless. Their voice roars like the sea, and they ride upon horses, lined up like men in formation against you, O Daughter of Zion.” Lamentations 4:19 Those who chased us were swifter than the eagles in the sky; they pursued us over the mountains and ambushed us in the wilderness. Treasury of Scripture They are terrible and dreadful: their judgment and their dignity shall proceed of themselves. their judgment, etc. Jeremiah 39:5-9 But the Chaldeans' army pursued after them, and overtook Zedekiah in the plains of Jericho: and when they had taken him, they brought him up to Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon to Riblah in the land of Hamath, where he gave judgment upon him… Jeremiah 52:9-11,25-27 Then they took the king, and carried him up unto the king of Babylon to Riblah in the land of Hamath; where he gave judgment upon him… Deuteronomy 5:19,27 Neither shalt thou steal… Jump to Previous Authority Dignity Dread Dreaded Dreadful Excellency Feared Fearful Forth Greatly Honor Itself Judgment Justice Law Majesty Originate Proceed Promote Right Terrible ThemselvesJump to Next Authority Dignity Dread Dreaded Dreadful Excellency Feared Fearful Forth Greatly Honor Itself Judgment Justice Law Majesty Originate Proceed Promote Right Terrible ThemselvesHabakkuk 1 1. Unto Habakkuk, complaining of the iniquity of the land,5. is shown the fearful vengeance by the Chaldeans. 12. He complains that vengeance should be executed by them who are far worse. They are dreaded and feared; This phrase refers to the Chaldeans, a fierce and ruthless people known for their military prowess and conquests. Historically, the Chaldeans, or Babylonians, were a dominant force in the ancient Near East, particularly during the 7th and 6th centuries BC. Their reputation for brutality and effective warfare tactics instilled fear in surrounding nations. This fear is echoed in other biblical texts, such as Jeremiah 50:23, which describes Babylon as "the hammer of the whole earth." The dread they inspired was not only due to their military strength but also their willingness to use it without mercy. from themselves they derive justice and sovereignty. Persons / Places / Events 1. HabakkukA prophet in the Old Testament who dialogues with God about the coming judgment on Judah through the Babylonians. 2. The Chaldeans/Babylonians A powerful and ruthless empire known for their military might and conquests, used by God as an instrument of judgment. 3. Judah The southern kingdom of Israel, facing impending judgment due to their disobedience and idolatry. 4. God The sovereign Lord who reveals His plans to Habakkuk, demonstrating His control over nations and history. 5. Justice and Sovereignty Concepts central to the verse, highlighting the self-derived authority and rule of the Babylonians, contrasting with divine justice. Teaching Points Understanding God's SovereigntyRecognize that God can use even unrighteous nations to fulfill His purposes, demonstrating His ultimate control over history. The Danger of Self-Derived Justice Reflect on the dangers of relying on human wisdom and power, which can lead to pride and injustice. Trusting God's Plan Even when circumstances seem dire, trust that God is working out His plan for His glory and our good. The Role of Nations in God's Plan Consider how God uses nations and leaders to accomplish His purposes, both in biblical times and today. Responding to Fear and Dread In times of fear, turn to God for strength and assurance, knowing that He is the ultimate authority. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Habakkuk 1:7?2. How does Habakkuk 1:7 describe the nature of the Chaldeans' authority and power? 3. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from Habakkuk 1:7? 4. How does Habakkuk 1:7 connect with God's judgment in other Old Testament passages? 5. How should Christians respond to authorities described as "dreaded and feared"? 6. What personal actions can we take when facing unjust leadership, as in Habakkuk 1:7? 7. How does Habakkuk 1:7 reflect God's use of foreign nations for His purposes? 8. Why does God allow the Chaldeans' cruelty as described in Habakkuk 1:7? 9. What does Habakkuk 1:7 reveal about God's sovereignty over nations? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Habakkuk 1? 11. What does fearing God mean about avoiding extremes? 12. What is the beginning of knowledge? 13. What does the Bible say about having a phobia? 14. What is deophobia? What Does Habakkuk 1:7 Mean They are dreadedThe “they” refers to the Babylonians whom God is raising up as an instrument of judgment (Habakkuk 1:6). • Their reputation for ruthless conquest strikes terror wherever they go, much like the description of invading armies in Jeremiah 6:22-23 and Joel 2:3-6. • The dread is not merely human fear; it is God-ordained (Isaiah 10:5-6). He sovereignly uses even pagan empires to accomplish His purposes of discipline on His people and to display His power to the nations (Proverbs 21:1). and feared Fear follows dread, emphasizing the complete intimidation the Babylonians inspire. • Their military speed (Habakkuk 1:8) and ferocity (1:9) echo earlier warnings of overwhelming armies, like Deuteronomy 28:49-50. • God’s people are reminded that fearing Him above all else is the antidote to fearing men (Psalm 118:6; Matthew 10:28). When sin dulls that holy fear, God sometimes allows a frightening foe to restore perspective. from themselves they derive justice The Babylonians recognize no higher moral standard than their own power. • Instead of submitting to God’s righteous law (Micah 6:8), they create self-serving rules, similar to the antediluvian violence condemned in Genesis 6:11-12. • This self-made justice mirrors what happens whenever societies abandon divine revelation (Judges 21:25; Romans 1:28-32). God lets Habakkuk see how terrifying “justice” becomes when detached from His character. and sovereignty They not only invent their own justice; they crown themselves as ultimate authority. • Nebuchadnezzar later boasts, “Is not this Babylon the great…by my mighty power?” (Daniel 4:30), illustrating the arrogance Habakkuk foresaw. • God permits such self-exaltation only for a season. He later humbles Babylon (Isaiah 14:4-23; Jeremiah 51:24-26) and reminds every nation that “the Most High rules the kingdom of men” (Daniel 4:17). • For believers, the passage underscores that true sovereignty belongs to the Lord alone (Psalm 103:19), and any earthly power that forgets this is on borrowed time. summary Habakkuk 1:7 highlights a terrifying invader whose notoriety, self-made morality, and self-assumed authority all serve God’s larger plan. The verse reassures us that even when godless forces seem unchecked, they remain tools in the Lord’s hand, destined to be judged by the true Sovereign whose justice never springs from human pride but from His own holy character. (7) Their judgment . . .--Their "judgment" means their claim to adjudge the affairs of mankind. It proceeds from "themselves," as irresponsible, recognising no Supreme Being as the source of justice.Their dignity, in like manner, proceeds from "themselves," because self-sustained, unsanctioned by the King of kings and Lord of lords. Verse 7. - They. The Hebrew is singular throughout. The disposition of the people, as of one man, is depicted. Terrible; exciting terror, as Song of Solomon 6:4, 10. Their judgment and their dignity shall proceed of themselves; his judgment and his eminence are from himself. The LXX. translates the two nouns κρίμα and λῆμμα: Vulgate, judicium and onus. The meaning is that the Chaldeans own no master, have no rule of right but their own will, attribute their glory and superiority to their own power and skill (comp. Daniel 4:130). They are like Achilles in Horace, 'Ep. ad Pison.,' 121, etc. -"Impiger, iracundus, inexorabilis, acer, Hebrew Theyה֑וּא (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are are dreaded אָיֹ֥ם (’ā·yōm) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 366: Terrible, dreadful and feared; וְנוֹרָ֖א (wə·nō·w·rā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 3372: To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten their justice מִשְׁפָּט֥וֹ (miš·pā·ṭōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style and sovereignty וּשְׂאֵת֖וֹ (ū·śə·’ê·ṯōw) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 7613: An elevation, leprous scab, elation, cheerfulness, exaltation in rank, character proceed יֵצֵֽא׃ (yê·ṣê) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim from themselves. מִמֶּ֕נּוּ (mim·men·nū) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of Links Habakkuk 1:7 NIVHabakkuk 1:7 NLT Habakkuk 1:7 ESV Habakkuk 1:7 NASB Habakkuk 1:7 KJV Habakkuk 1:7 BibleApps.com Habakkuk 1:7 Biblia Paralela Habakkuk 1:7 Chinese Bible Habakkuk 1:7 French Bible Habakkuk 1:7 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Habakkuk 1:7 They are feared and dreaded (Hab Hb) |
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