3 figures
Prophet and intercessor for the people of Judah.
Habakkuk stands as a watchman, waiting for God's response to his complaints about injustice and the impending judgment on Judah. In this chapter, he receives a vision from God, which includes a series of woes against the unrighteous.
Those who live by faith.
In contrast to the proud and unrighteous, the righteous are those who live by their faithfulness. This principle is foundational and is echoed in the New Testament as a key tenet of Christian faith.
Symbol of those who rely on their own strength and are unrighteous.
The proud are characterized by their arrogance and self-reliance, leading to their downfall. This chapter pronounces woes upon them, highlighting the consequences of their actions.