Habakkuk 2:8 Meaning
Because thou hast spoiled many nations, all the remnant of the people shall spoil thee; because of men's blood, and for the violence of the land, of the city, and of all that dwell therein.
Context Explained
6Shall not all these take up a parable against him, and a taunting proverb against him, and say, Woe to him that increaseth that which is not his! how long? and to him that ladeth himself with thick clay!
7Shall they not rise up suddenly that shall bite thee, and awake that shall vex thee, and thou shalt be for booties unto them?
8Because thou hast spoiled many nations, all the remnant of the people shall spoil thee; because of men's blood, and for the violence of the land, of the city, and of all that dwell therein.
9Woe to him that coveteth an evil covetousness to his house, that he may set his nest on high, that he may be delivered from the power of evil!
10Thou hast consulted shame to thy house by cutting off many people, and hast sinned against thy soul.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 26:52
Jesus teaches that those who live by the sword will die by the sword, echoing the theme of retribution.
Galatians 6:7
This verse emphasizes that one reaps what one sows, similar to the consequences of violence in Habakkuk.
Revelation 18:24
Both passages speak of judgment against nations for their violence.
Source: Habakkuk 2:8