Habakkuk 3:12 web — You marched through the land in wrath. You threshed the nations in anger.

World English Bible

"You marched through the land in wrath. You threshed the nations in anger."

— Habakkuk 3:12, World English Bible

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Habakkuk 3 — Context

9

You uncovered your bow. You called for your sworn arrows. Selah. You split the earth with rivers.

10

The mountains saw you, and were afraid. The storm of waters passed by. The deep roared and lifted up its hands on high.

11

The sun and moon stood still in the sky, at the light of your arrows as they went, at the shining of your glittering spear.

12

You marched through the land in wrath. You threshed the nations in anger.

13

You went forth for the salvation of your people, for the salvation of your anointed. You crushed the head of the land of wickedness. You stripped them head to foot. Selah.

14

You pierced the heads of his warriors with their own spears. They came as a whirlwind to scatter me, gloating as if to devour the wretched in secret.

15

You trampled the sea with your horses, churning mighty waters.

Habakkuk 3:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Habakkuk 3:12 say?
Habakkuk 3:12 in the World English Bible reads: “You marched through the land in wrath. You threshed the nations in anger.”
Where is Habakkuk 3:12 in the Bible?
Habakkuk 3:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Habakkuk, chapter 3, verse 12.
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 3:12.
What translation should I read Habakkuk 3:12 in?
Habakkuk 3:12 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 3:12?
Habakkuk 3:12 reads (WEB): “You marched through the land in wrath. You threshed the nations in anger.” 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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