Habakkuk 2:20 Meaning
But the LORD is in his holy temple: let all the earth keep silence before him.
Context Explained
18What profiteth the graven image that the maker thereof hath graven it; the molten image, and a teacher of lies, that the maker of his work trusteth therein, to make dumb idols?
19Woe unto him that saith to the wood, Awake; to the dumb stone, Arise, it shall teach! Behold, it is laid over with gold and silver, and there is no breath at all in the midst of it.
20But the LORD is in his holy temple: let all the earth keep silence before him.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Psalm 46:10
Both verses emphasize the importance of being still and recognizing God's sovereignty.
Zephaniah 1:7
This verse also calls for silence before the Lord, highlighting His authority.
Revelation 8:1
The silence in heaven reflects the reverence and awe before God.
Source: Habakkuk 2:20