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Habakkuk 2:19

Habakkuk 2:20 cpdv — But the Lord is in his holy temple. May all the earth be silent before his face.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"But the Lord is in his holy temple. May all the earth be silent before his face. "

— Habakkuk 2:20, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Habakkuk 2 — Context

17

For the iniquity of Lebanon will cover you, and the devastation of animals which will deter them from the blood of men, and the iniquity of the earth and the city, and of all who dwell therein.

18

Of what benefit is the graven image? For its maker has formed it, a molten and imaginary deception. For its maker has hoped in a figment of his own creation, so as to make a dumb likeness.

19

Woe to him who says to wood, “Awaken,” to the silent stone, “Arise.” Is it able to teach? Behold, it has been entirely covered with gold and silver; and there is no spirit at all in its inner workings.

20

But the Lord is in his holy temple. May all the earth be silent before his face.

Habakkuk 2:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Habakkuk 2:20 say?
Habakkuk 2:20 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “But the Lord is in his holy temple. May all the earth be silent before his face. ”
Where is Habakkuk 2:20 in the Bible?
Habakkuk 2:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Habakkuk, chapter 2, verse 20.
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 2:20.
What translation should I read Habakkuk 2:20 in?
Habakkuk 2:20 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 2:20?
Habakkuk 2:20 reads (CPDV): “But the Lord is in his holy temple. May all the earth be silent before his face. ” 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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