Contradictions and Paradoxes in Habakkuk 1:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Habakkuk 1:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Habakkuk 1:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Habakkuk, these people are very scary and powerful, and they act like they are in charge and decide everything by themselves. Christians might see this as showing that some people think they have all the power, but God sees everything and will take care of it in His way.

Habakkuk 1:7: They [are] terrible and dreadful: their judgment and their dignity shall proceed of themselves. [their judgment...: or, from them shall proceed the judgment of these, and the captivity of these]

Contradiction with Romans 2:11

Habakkuk 1:7 describes a fearsome and authoritative nation, which seems to contrast with the idea in Romans 2:11 that God shows no favoritism, implying equality among all nations.

Romans 2:11: For there is no respect of persons with God.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Habakkuk 1:7 presents a scenario of harshness and dread, while Matthew 5:9 extols the virtues of peacemaking, emphasizing the blessedness of those who foster peace rather than inspire fear.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with James 3:17

Habakkuk 1:7 highlights fear and self-judgment, whereas James 3:17 speaks of wisdom from above as being pure and peaceable, suggesting harmony instead of dread.

James 3:17: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in Habakkuk 1:7 could be seen in the way it describes a powerful and feared group or nation that acts as a law unto themselves. This could conflict with the idea of justice and accountability, where actions should align with a higher moral or divine law, not just their own.

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