Habakkuk

Definition of Habakkuk:

part of speech: noun

The name of one of the books of the Old Testament. Habakkuk was the eighth of the twelve minor prophets, and his prophecy is admired for its elevated, religious, lyrical style.

Usage examples for Habakkuk:

• 40: 31. 9. For what did Habakkuk say he would watch? "Bible-Readings-for-the-Home-Circle", .

• You may later on in life have another lesson to learn, but 'twill come easier then, and you'll be able to say with Habakkuk Although everything else fails, yet I will rejoice in the Lord." "The Carved Cupboard", Amy Le Feuvre.

• The psalm, however, is fittingly enough associated with the prophecy of Habakkuk "Introduction to the Old Testament", John Edgar McFadyen.