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Habakkuk 1:16

Habakkuk 1:17-1964 bbe — For this cause his net is ever open, and there is no end to his destruction of the nations.

Bible in Basic English

"For this cause his net is ever open, and there is no end to his destruction of the nations."

— Habakkuk 1:17-1964, Bible in Basic English

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Habakkuk 1 — Context

14

He has made men like the fishes of the sea, like the worms which have no ruler over them.

15

He takes them all up with his hook, he takes them in his net, getting them together in his fishing-net: for which cause he is glad and full of joy.

16

For this reason he makes an offering to his net, burning perfume to his fishing-net; because by them he gets much food and his meat is fat.

17

For this cause his net is ever open, and there is no end to his destruction of the nations.

Habakkuk 1:17-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Habakkuk 1:17-1964 say?
Habakkuk 1:17-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “For this cause his net is ever open, and there is no end to his destruction of the nations.”
Where is Habakkuk 1:17-1964 in the Bible?
Habakkuk 1:17-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Habakkuk, chapter 1, verses 17–1964.
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 1:17-1964.
What translation should I read Habakkuk 1:17-1964 in?
Habakkuk 1:17-1964 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 1:17-1964?
Habakkuk 1:17-1964 reads (BBE): “For this cause his net is ever open, and there is no end to his destruction of the nations.” 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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