Habakkuk

Habakkuk is a prophet in the Hebrew Bible and the author of the Book of Habakkuk, the eighth of the Twelve Minor Prophets. The name "Habakkuk" is often translated as "embrace" or "wrestle" in Hebrew (חֲבַקּוּק), reflecting a possible interpretation of the name's meaning. In Arabic, the name is transliterated as Ḥabāqūq (حبقوق), while in Greek, it appears as Ἡβακκούκ (Hēbakkouk). The Book of Habakkuk is notable for its theological depth and its exploration of the problem of evil and divine justice. The prophet Habakkuk is traditionally believed to have lived in the late 7th century BCE, during the reign of King Jehoiakim of Judah, and his prophecies focus on the impending Babylonian invasion and the eventual restoration of God's people. The book is also known for its poetic structure and its inclusion of a prayer (Habakkuk 3), which is often set to music in Jewish and Christian liturgical traditions.