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Habakkuk 1:11 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Habakkuk 1:11 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Habakkuk chapter 1 verse 11 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Then shall his mind change, and he shall pass over, and offend, imputing this his power unto his god.”
Habakkuk 1:11 (KJV)
Commentary on Habakkuk 1:11
Then shall his mind change, and he shall pass over, and offend, imputing this his power unto his god. This crucial verse marks the transition from describing Babylon's God-ordained role to identifying its fatal flaw. His mind change (אָז חָלַף רוּחַ/az chalaf ruach)—literally "then the spirit/wind passes over." This could mean Babylon's spirit changes, becoming even more arrogant, or that like wind, Babylon passes away after accomplishing God's purposes. The ambiguity suggests both: Babylon will become prouder, and this pride will cause its passing.Pass over, and offend (וַיַּעֲבֹר וְאָשֵׁם/va...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Habakkuk 1:11
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“and his spirit was hardened so that he dealt proudly”
“Is not this great Babylon”
“A hot wind from the bare heights in the wilderness toward the daughter of my people”
“his wives and his concubines”