Habakkuk 3:1
New International Version
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet. On shigionoth.

New Living Translation
This prayer was sung by the prophet Habakkuk:

English Standard Version
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet, according to Shigionoth.

Berean Standard Bible
This is a prayer of Habakkuk the prophet, according to Shigionoth:

King James Bible
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet upon Shigionoth.

New King James Version
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet, on Shigionoth.

New American Standard Bible
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet, according to Shigionoth.

NASB 1995
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet, according to Shigionoth.

NASB 1977
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet, according to Shigionoth.

Legacy Standard Bible
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet, according to Shigionoth.

Amplified Bible
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet, set to wild and enthusiastic music.

Christian Standard Bible
A prayer of the prophet Habakkuk. According to Shigionoth.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet. According to Shigionoth.

American Standard Version
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet, set to Shigionoth.

Contemporary English Version
This is my prayer:

English Revised Version
A PRAYER of Habakkuk the prophet, set to Shigionoth.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
A prayer of the prophet Habakkuk; according to [shigionoth].

Good News Translation
This is a prayer of the prophet Habakkuk:

International Standard Version
A prayer by the prophet Habakkuk, set to music.

Majority Standard Bible
This is a prayer of Habakkuk the prophet, according to Shigionoth:

NET Bible
This is a prayer of Habakkuk the prophet:

New Heart English Bible
A prayer of Habakkuk, the prophet, set to victorious music.

Webster's Bible Translation
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet upon Shigionoth.

World English Bible
A prayer of Habakkuk, the prophet, set to victorious music.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet, [set] on shigionoth:

Young's Literal Translation
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet concerning erring ones:

Smith's Literal Translation
A Prayer by Habakkuk the prophet upon songs.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
A PRAYER OF HABACUC THE PROPHET FOR IGNORANCES.

Catholic Public Domain Version
A Prayer of Habakkuk the Prophet on Behalf of Those Who Are Ignorant.

New American Bible
Prayer of Habakkuk, the prophet. According to Shigyonot.

New Revised Standard Version
A prayer of the prophet Habakkuk according to Shigionoth.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
A PRAYER of Habakkuk the prophet:

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
His prayer of Khabaquq the Prophet
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet. Upon Shigionoth.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
A PRAYER OF THE PROPHET AMBACUM, WITH A SONG.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Habakkuk's Prayer
1This is a prayer of Habakkuk the prophet, according to Shigionoth: 2O LORD, I have heard the report of You; I stand in awe, O LORD, of Your deeds. Revive them in these years; make them known in these years. In Your wrath, remember mercy!…

Cross References
Psalm 7:1
A Shiggaion of David, which he sang to the LORD concerning the words of Cush, a Benjamite. O LORD my God, I take refuge in You; save me and deliver me from all my pursuers,

Psalm 17:1
A prayer of David. Hear, O LORD, my righteous plea; listen to my cry. Give ear to my prayer—it comes from lips free of deceit.

Psalm 18:6
In my distress I called upon the LORD; I cried to my God for help. From His temple He heard my voice, and my cry for His help reached His ears.

Psalm 30:1
A Psalm. A song for the dedication of the temple. Of David. I will exalt You, O LORD, for You have lifted me up and have not allowed my foes to rejoice over me.

Psalm 54:1-2
For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. A Maskil of David. When the Ziphites went to Saul and said, “Is David not hiding among us?” Save me, O God, by Your name, and vindicate me by Your might! / Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth.

Psalm 55:1
For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. A Maskil of David. Listen to my prayer, O God, and do not ignore my plea.

Psalm 61:1
For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. Of David. Hear my cry, O God; attend to my prayer.

Psalm 86:1
A prayer of David. Incline Your ear, O LORD, and answer me, for I am poor and needy.

Psalm 90:1
A prayer of Moses the man of God. Lord, You have been our dwelling place through all generations.

Psalm 102:1
A prayer of one who is afflicted, when he grows faint and pours out his lament before the LORD. Hear my prayer, O LORD; let my cry for help come before You.

Psalm 142:1
A Maskil of David, when he was in the cave. A prayer. I cry aloud to the LORD; I lift my voice to the LORD for mercy.

Isaiah 38:9-20
This is a writing by Hezekiah king of Judah after his illness and recovery: / I said, “In the prime of my life I must go through the gates of Sheol and be deprived of the remainder of my years.” / I said, “I will never again see the LORD, even the LORD, in the land of the living; I will no longer look on mankind with those who dwell in this world. ...

Jonah 2:1-9
From inside the fish, Jonah prayed to the LORD his God, / saying: “In my distress I called to the LORD, and He answered me. From the belly of Sheol I called for help, and You heard my voice. / For You cast me into the deep, into the heart of the seas, and the current swirled about me; all Your breakers and waves swept over me. ...

Luke 1:46-55
Then Mary said: “My soul magnifies the Lord, / and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! / For He has looked with favor on the humble state of His servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed. ...

Luke 1:67-79
Then his father Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and prophesied: / “Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, because He has visited and redeemed His people. / He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of His servant David, ...


Treasury of Scripture

A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet on Shigionoth.

prayer.

Psalm 86:1-17
A Prayer of David. Bow down thine ear, O LORD, hear me: for I am poor and needy…

Psalm 90:1-17
A Prayer of Moses the man of God. Lord, thou hast been our dwelling place in all generations…

upon Shigionoth.

Psalm 7:1-17
Shiggaion of David, which he sang unto the LORD, concerning the words of Cush the Benjamite. O LORD my God, in thee do I put my trust: save me from all them that persecute me, and deliver me: …

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Habakkuk 3
1. Habakkuk, in his prayer, trembles at God's majesty.
17. The confidence of his faith.














This is a prayer
The Hebrew word for "prayer" here is "tefillah," which signifies a form of communication with God that is both personal and communal. In the context of Habakkuk, this prayer is not just a plea but a profound expression of faith and trust in God's sovereignty. Historically, prayer has been a central practice in the Jewish faith, serving as a means to connect with God, seek guidance, and express worship. This introduction sets the tone for the entire chapter, which is a poetic and musical expression of Habakkuk's deep reliance on God amidst turmoil.

of Habakkuk
Habakkuk, whose name may mean "embrace" or "wrestle," is a prophet who stands out for his candid dialogue with God. Unlike other prophets who primarily deliver messages from God to the people, Habakkuk's book is unique in that it records a conversation between the prophet and God. This personal aspect of Habakkuk's ministry highlights the intimate relationship he has with God, characterized by honest questioning and deep faith. Historically, Habakkuk is believed to have prophesied in the late 7th century BC, a time of great upheaval and impending judgment for Judah.

the prophet
The term "prophet" in Hebrew is "navi," which denotes someone who is called by God to speak His words. Prophets in the Old Testament were not only foretellers of future events but also forthtellers, delivering God's messages of warning, hope, and instruction. Habakkuk's role as a prophet is significant because he not only questions God but also receives divine revelation, which he faithfully records for the benefit of the people. His prophetic ministry underscores the importance of seeking and understanding God's will, especially during times of crisis.

according to Shigionoth
The term "Shigionoth" is somewhat enigmatic, as it appears only here in the Bible. It is believed to be a musical or liturgical term, possibly indicating a type of song or a particular rhythm. The use of such a term suggests that Habakkuk's prayer was intended to be sung or chanted, reflecting the rich tradition of Hebrew poetry and music in worship. This musical aspect of the prayer emphasizes the importance of worship as a response to God's revelation, transforming personal lament into communal praise. Historically, music has played a vital role in Jewish worship, serving as a powerful means of expressing faith and devotion.

III.

(1-15) A hymn describing a future self-manifestation of Jehovah on Israel's behalf, accompanied by the signs and wonders of the early history. It is impossible to give the English reader an idea of the rhythmical structure of this beautiful composition. We will only observe that it is independent of the arrangement in verses, and that the poem (except in Habakkuk 3:7-8; Habakkuk 3:13, fin.) consists of lines each containing exactly three words.

(1) Upon Shigionoth.--This term points, not to the contents of the composition, but either to its metrical structure or its musical setting. See on the Inscription of Psalms 7. Inasmuch as this ode is throughout an account of the deliverance anticipated by prayerful faith, it is called not a Psalm, mizmor, but a Prayer, t'philtah.

Verses 1-19. - Part II. PSALM OR PRAYER OF HABAKKUK. Verse 1. - § 1. The title. A prayer. There is only one formal prayer in the ode, that in ver. 2; but the term is used of any devotional composition; and, indeed, the whole poem may be regarded as the development of the precatory sentences in the proemium (seethe inscriptions in Psalm 17; Psalm 86; Psalm 90; Psalm 102; Psalm 142; and the last verse of Psalm 72, the subscription of Book II.). (For other hymns in the prophetical books, see Isaiah 24, and 35; Ezekiel 19; Jonah 2; Micah 6:6, etc.; and as parallel to this ode, comp. Deuteronomy 33:2, etc.; Judges 5:4, etc.; Psalm 68:7, etc.; Psalms 77:13-20; 114; Isaiah 63:11-14.) Of Habakkuk the prophet. The name and title of the author are prefixed to show that this is no mere private effusion, but an outpouring of prophecy under Divine inspiration. Upon Shigionoth (comp. title of Psalm 7.); Septuagint, μετὰ ᾠδῆς, "with song;" Vulgate, pro ignorantiis. For this latter rendering Jerome had etymological ground, but did not sufficiently consider the use of shiggayon in Psalm 7, where it indicates the style of poetry, nor, as Keil shows, the fact that all the headings of Psalms introduced, as the present, with al, refer either to the melody, or accompaniment, or style in which they were to be sung. The Revised Version gives, "set to Shigionoth;" and the expression is best explained to mean, in an impassioned or triumphal strain, with rapid change of emotion, a dithy rambic song - a description which admirably suits this ode.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
[This is] a prayer
תְּפִלָּ֖ה (tə·p̄il·lāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 8605: Intercession, supplication, a hymn

of Habakkuk
לַחֲבַקּ֣וּק (la·ḥă·ḇaq·qūq)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2265: Habakkuk -- a Hebrew prophet

the prophet,
הַנָּבִ֑יא (han·nā·ḇî)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5030: A spokesman, speaker, prophet

according to
עַ֖ל (‘al)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

Shigionoth:
שִׁגְיֹנֽוֹת׃ (šiḡ·yō·nō·wṯ)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 7692: Perhaps a wild passionate song with rapid changes of rhythm


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