Habakkuk 1:2
The Scripture
(2) O LORD, how long shall I cry, and thou wilt not hear! even cry out unto thee of violence, and thou wilt not save!
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
The prophet Habakkuk records his complaint that the wicked prosper while the righteous are persecuted, and he questions why God permits such injustice. He is instructed to trust in God’s justice and not be afraid, highlighting the theme of relying on God’s righteousness despite human suffering.
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