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Habakkuk 2:20 Cross-References
Explore 14 cross-references for Habakkuk 2:20 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Habakkuk chapter 2 verse 20 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But the LORD is in his holy temple: let all the earth keep silence before him. let: Heb. be silent all the earth before him”
Habakkuk 2:20 (KJV)
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Commentary on Habakkuk 2:20
After mocking dead idols, God declares His living presence: 'But the LORD is in his holy temple: let all the earth keep silence before him' (vaYahweh beheikhal qodsho has mipanav kol-ha'aretz). Contrast is stark: idols are dead; Yahweh lives and reigns. 'In his holy temple' (beheikhal qodsho) indicates both heavenly throne room and earthly presence. 'Let all the earth keep silence before him' (has mipanav kol-ha'aretz) commands reverent awe—the only appropriate response to divine majesty. Silence here isn't mere quiet but reverential worship, acknowledging God's absolute sovereignty and holine...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Habakkuk 2:20
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“all flesh”
“for the day of Yahweh is at hand. For Yahweh has prepared a sacrifice. He has consecrated his guests.”
“Be still”
“The LORD is in his holy temple”
“I saw the Lord sitting on a throne”
“and was silent”
“you peoples”
“For the LORD hath chosen Zion; he hath desired it for his habitation.”
“fitted together”