Habakkuk 2:7

Shall they not rise up suddenly that shall bite thee, and awake that shall vex thee, and thou shalt be for booties unto them?

King James Version

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Other Translations for Habakkuk 2:7

BSB

Will not your creditors suddenly arise and those who disturb you awaken? Then you will become their prey.

AKJV

Shall they not rise up suddenly that shall bite you, and awake that shall vex you, and you shall be for booties to them?

CPDV

Shall they not suddenly rise up, who would bite you, and be stirred up, who would tear you, so that you will be a prey for them?

ERV

Shall they not rise up suddenly that shall bite thee, and awake that shall vex thee, and thou shalt be for booties unto them?

NHEB

Won't your debtors rise up suddenly, and wake up those who make you tremble, and you will be their victim?

SMT

Shall they not rise up suddenly, biting thee? and they disquieting thee shall rise up, and thou wert for plunder to them.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Habakkuk 2:7

ShalltheynotriseupH6965Verb suddenlyH6621thatshallbiteH5391VerbtheeandawakeH3364VerbthatshallvexH2111VerbtheeandthoushaltbeforbootiesH4933Noun Feminineuntothem

Commentary for Habakkuk 2:7

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Habakkuk 2:7

Summary

Oppressor's victims suddenly arise to plunder him

Event

Tyrant's victims turn tables

Estimated Time Period

c. 600 BC