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Habakkuk 1:1 kjva — The burden which Habakkuk the prophet did see.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"The burden which Habakkuk the prophet did see."

— Habakkuk 1:1, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Habakkuk 1 — Context

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The burden which Habakkuk the prophet did see.

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!

3

Why dost thou shew me iniquity, and cause me to behold grievance? for spoiling and violence are before me: and there are that raise up strife and contention.

4

Therefore the law is slacked, and judgment doth never go forth: for the wicked doth compass about the righteous; therefore wrong judgment proceedeth.

Habakkuk 1:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Habakkuk 1:1 say?
Habakkuk 1:1 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “The burden which Habakkuk the prophet did see.”
Where is Habakkuk 1:1 in the Bible?
Habakkuk 1:1 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Habakkuk, chapter 1, verse 1.
Who wrote Habakkuk?
Habakkuk is traditionally attributed to Habakkuk. It was written c. 612–589 BC.
What is the book of Habakkuk about?
Habakkuk dares to argue with God about injustice — and God answers. The prophet learns that the just shall live by faith, and the book ends with one of Scripture's great hymns of trust: "yet I will rejoice in the LORD."
What are the major themes of Habakkuk?
Habakkuk explores themes including Faith, Justice, Trust, Sovereignty, Joy in Trial. These themes shape the meaning and context of Habakkuk 1:1.
What translation should I read Habakkuk 1:1 in?
Habakkuk 1:1 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Habakkuk 1:1?
Habakkuk 1:1 reads (KJVA): “The burden which Habakkuk the prophet did see.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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