Habakkuk 1:13

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

عَينَاكَ أطهَرُ مِنْ أنْ تَنْظُرَا إلَى الشَّرِّ، وَأنْتَ لَا تَرْغَبُ فِي رُؤيَةِ الضِّيقِ. فَلِمَاذَا تَتَسَامَحُ مَعَ المُخَادِعِينَ؟ لِمَاذَا تَكُونُ صَامِتًا حِينَ يَبْتَلِعُ الشِّرِّيرُ مَنْ هُوَ أبَرُّ مِنْهُ؟

What Does This Mean?

In Habakkuk 1:13, the prophet Habakkuk is questioning God about why He allows evil to persist despite His purity and hatred of wickedness. Habakkuk expresses confusion over how a holy God can permit injustice.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who loves everything clean and doesn't like mess at all. Now, if your friend sees someone being mean or doing something wrong, they'd be upset too. But what if the friend just watches without saying anything? That's confusing, right? Habakkuk is asking God why He seems to do that sometimes when bad things happen.

Historical Background

The book of Habakkuk was written by the prophet Habakkuk in the late seventh century BCE during Judah's final years before the Babylonian exile. Written for the people of Judah, it addresses their doubts about God's justice as they witnessed increasing corruption and violence around them.

Living It Out Today

A modern scenario could involve a community where corrupt officials are not being held accountable for their actions, leading to widespread injustice. The verse challenges believers to grapple with why God might allow such situations and to seek understanding and faith in His ultimate justice.

Topics

• justice
• iniquity
• faith
• divine sovereignty
• human suffering
• God's character

Related Verses

• Psalms 11:4
• Isaiah 59:1-2
• John 3:16
• Romans 8:28
• Revelation 22:11

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Habakkuk question God's actions?

Habakkuk questions God because he sees injustice and wonders why a holy God would allow it, seeking to understand the divine perspective on justice.

How can we apply Habakkuk 1:13 in our daily lives?

We can reflect on how we respond to evil around us, trusting that even when injustices seem unanswered, God's ultimate justice will prevail and seeking ways to act justly ourselves.

What does Habakkuk 1:13 teach about God's character?

It teaches that God is pure and cannot tolerate evil, highlighting His holiness while also showing the complexity of divine sovereignty in allowing suffering for a greater purpose.

How do cross-references help understand Habakkuk 1:13?

Cross-referencing helps us see how different parts of the Bible complement each other, offering insights into God's character and the nature of justice from both Old and New Testament perspectives.