Habakkuk

Who He Was

Habakkuk, or Habacuc, who was active around 612 BC, was a prophet whose oracles and prayer are recorded in the Book of Habakkuk, the eighth of the collected twelve minor prophets in the Hebrew Bible. He is revered by Jews, Christians, and Muslims. Almost all information about Habakkuk is drawn from the book of the Bible bearing his name, with no biographical details provided other than his title, "the prophet". He is mentioned in the deuterocanonical Additions to Daniel, and outside the Bible, he is mentioned over the centuries in the forms of Christian and Rabbinic tradition. Recognized in: Judaism, Christianity.

Birth and Early Life

Traditional and historical sources place Habakkuk in the era of late 7th century BCE. Where such dates are traditional, mythic, or disputed rather than historically established, they should be read as the tradition's own reckoning rather than confirmed chronology.

His Calling / Mission

The scriptures and traditions of Judaism, Christianity describe the calling and mission of Habakkuk; the key passages are listed under Sacred Texts and Scripture below.

Religion and Teachings

Habakkuk is honored within Judaism, Christianity. His teaching and significance are set out in the sacred texts that record his life.

Sacred Texts and Scripture

Scriptural references: the Book of Habakkuk

Major Accomplishments and Events

The account of Habakkuk's life, works, and significance is preserved in the scriptures cited above and in the living tradition of Judaism, Christianity.

Death and Legacy

Habakkuk is remembered across Judaism, Christianity as one of the foundational figures of faith, and continues to be honored in scripture, devotion, and scholarship. Source: Wikipedia