Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea. New Living Translation For as the waters fill the sea, the earth will be filled with an awareness of the glory of the LORD. English Standard Version For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea. Berean Standard Bible For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea. King James Bible For the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea. New King James Version For the earth will be filled With the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, As the waters cover the sea. New American Standard Bible “For the earth will be filled With the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, As the waters cover the sea. NASB 1995 “For the earth will be filled With the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, As the waters cover the sea. NASB 1977 “For the earth will be filled With the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, As the waters cover the sea. Legacy Standard Bible For the earth will be filled With the knowledge of the glory of Yahweh, As the waters cover the sea. Amplified Bible “But [the time is coming when] the earth shall be filled With the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, As the waters cover the sea. Christian Standard Bible For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the LORD’s glory, as the water covers the sea. Holman Christian Standard Bible For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the LORD’s glory, as the waters cover the sea. American Standard Version For the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of Jehovah, as the waters cover the sea. Contemporary English Version Just as water fills the sea, the land will be filled with people who know and honor the LORD. English Revised Version For the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea. GOD'S WORD® Translation But the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the LORD's glory like the water covers the sea. Good News Translation But the earth will be as full of the knowledge of the LORD's glory as the seas are full of water. International Standard Version Indeed, the earth will be filled with knowledge of the glory of the LORD, as water fills the sea." NET Bible For recognition of the LORD's sovereign majesty will fill the earth just as the waters fill up the sea. New Heart English Bible For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea. Webster's Bible Translation For the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFor the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea. World English Bible For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of Yahweh’s glory, as the waters cover the sea. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionFor the earth is full of the knowledge of the glory of YHWH, "" As the waters cover over a sea. Young's Literal Translation For full is the earth of the knowledge of the honour of Jehovah, As waters cover the bottom of a sea. Smith's Literal Translation For the earth shall be filled to know the glory of Jehovah as the waters shall cover over the sea? Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor the earth shall be filled, that men may know the glory of the Lord, as waters covering the sea. Catholic Public Domain Version For the earth shall be filled, that they might know the glory of the Lord, like the waters spreading over the sea. New American Bible But the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the LORD’s glory, just as the water covers the sea. New Revised Standard Version But the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Because the Earth shall be filled to know the glory of LORD JEHOVAH as the waters that cover the sea OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917For the earth shall be filled With the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, As the waters cover the sea. Brenton Septuagint Translation For the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord; it shall cover them as water. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Woe to the Chaldeans…13Is it not indeed from the LORD of Hosts that the labor of the people only feeds the fire, and the nations weary themselves in vain? 14For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea. 15Woe to him who gives drink to his neighbors, pouring it from the wineskin until they are drunk, in order to gaze at their nakedness!… Cross References Isaiah 11:9 They will neither harm nor destroy on all My holy mountain, for the earth will be full of the knowledge of the LORD as the sea is full of water. Numbers 14:21 “Yet as surely as I live and as surely as the whole earth is filled with the glory of the LORD, Psalm 72:19 And blessed be His glorious name forever; may all the earth be filled with His glory. Amen and amen. Isaiah 6:3 And they were calling out to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory.” Isaiah 40:5 And the glory of the LORD will be revealed, and all humanity together will see it.” For the mouth of the LORD has spoken. Psalm 19:1-4 For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands. / Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge. / Without speech or language, without a sound to be heard, ... Jeremiah 31:34 No longer will each man teach his neighbor or his brother, saying, ‘Know the LORD,’ because they will all know Me, from the least of them to the greatest, declares the LORD. For I will forgive their iniquities and will remember their sins no more.” Zechariah 14:9 On that day the LORD will become King over all the earth—the LORD alone, and His name alone. Ephesians 1:17-18 that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in your knowledge of Him. / I ask that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know the hope of His calling, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints, Colossians 1:9-10 For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, / so that you may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord and may please Him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, 2 Corinthians 4:6 For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made His light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. Romans 11:33 O, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments, and untraceable His ways! 1 Corinthians 13:12 Now we see but a dim reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. John 17:3 Now this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom You have sent. Philippians 3:8-10 More than that, I count all things as loss compared to the surpassing excellence of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that I may gain Christ / and be found in Him, not having my own righteousness from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ, the righteousness from God on the basis of faith. / I want to know Christ and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to Him in His death, Treasury of Scripture For the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea. the earth. Psalm 22:27 All the ends of the world shall remember and turn unto the LORD: and all the kindreds of the nations shall worship before thee. Psalm 67:1,2 To the chief Musician on Neginoth, A Psalm or Song. God be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause his face to shine upon us; Selah… Psalm 72:19 And blessed be his glorious name for ever: and let the whole earth be filled with his glory; Amen, and Amen. with the knowledge of the glory. Jump to Previous Bottom Cover Covered Earth Filled Full Glory Honour Sea WatersJump to Next Bottom Cover Covered Earth Filled Full Glory Honour Sea WatersHabakkuk 2 1. Unto Habakkuk, waiting for an answer, is shown that he must wait by faith.5. The judgment upon the Chaldean for unsatiableness, 9. for covetousness, 12. for cruelty, 15. for drunkenness, 18. and for idolatry. For the earth will be filled This phrase speaks to a future time when the entire earth will experience a transformation. The prophetic nature of this statement suggests a universal change, aligning with other biblical prophecies that envision a time when God's presence and truth will be universally acknowledged. This echoes the promise made to Abraham that through his offspring all nations on earth will be blessed (Genesis 12:3). with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea Persons / Places / Events 1. HabakkukA prophet in the Old Testament who dialogues with God about the justice and righteousness of His actions, particularly concerning the impending Babylonian invasion. 2. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His promises. 3. The Earth Represents the entirety of creation, highlighting the universal scope of God's glory and knowledge. 4. The Sea Used metaphorically to describe the vastness and completeness with which God's glory will fill the earth. 5. Babylonian Invasion The historical context of Habakkuk's prophecy, where God uses Babylon as an instrument of judgment against Judah. Teaching Points The Certainty of God's PlanGod's promise that the earth will be filled with His glory is certain and unchangeable. Believers can trust in His ultimate plan for creation. The Universality of God's Glory God's glory is not limited to a specific people or place but is destined to cover the entire earth. This calls Christians to participate in spreading the knowledge of God globally. The Transformative Power of God's Knowledge As the knowledge of God increases, it transforms lives and societies. Believers are called to grow in their understanding of God and reflect His glory in their daily lives. Hope Amidst Judgment Even in times of judgment and difficulty, God's promise of a future filled with His glory provides hope and assurance to His people. Active Participation in God's Mission Christians are invited to be active participants in God's mission to fill the earth with His knowledge and glory, through evangelism, discipleship, and living out the gospel. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Habakkuk 2:14?2. How does Habakkuk 2:14 inspire us to spread God's knowledge globally today? 3. What does "earth will be filled" reveal about God's ultimate plan for creation? 4. How does Habakkuk 2:14 connect with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20? 5. In what ways can we reflect God's glory in our daily lives? 6. How can Habakkuk 2:14 encourage us during times of spiritual darkness? 7. What does Habakkuk 2:14 reveal about God's ultimate plan for the earth's knowledge of Him? 8. How does Habakkuk 2:14 relate to the fulfillment of God's promises in the Bible? 9. In what ways does Habakkuk 2:14 challenge our understanding of God's glory? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Habakkuk 2? 11. (Habakkuk 2:14) If the earth is to be filled with the knowledge of God, why has this vision not been universally observed throughout recorded history? 12. How do these prophecies in Isaiah 11 compare with other biblical texts that seem to describe different scenarios for the Messiah and end times? 13. What defines the Messianic Age? 14. What defines the concept of the Millennium? What Does Habakkuk 2:14 Mean For the earth• “For the earth” shows the vast scope of God’s promise—nothing less than the entire planet is in view (Psalm 24:1; Isaiah 45:18). • Habakkuk had just listed woes on Babylon, but the Spirit lifts his eyes beyond all empires to God’s global purpose (Romans 8:19-21). • The verse reminds us that history is moving toward a divine goal far bigger than any current crisis. will be filled • This is not a trickle but a flood. “Filled” points to total saturation, leaving no corner untouched (Isaiah 6:3; Ephesians 1:22-23). • God Himself guarantees the completion; the passive “will be filled” underlines that He, not human effort, accomplishes it (Habakkuk 2:3). • What now looks partial or opposed will one day be complete and unchallenged. with the knowledge • Knowledge here is relational, the intimate awareness Adam had of Eve (Jeremiah 31:34; John 17:3). • It is not mere data about God but living, personal acquaintance that transforms lives (Hebrews 8:11). • Every culture, language, and heart will experience this direct recognition of who God is. of the glory • God’s glory is the radiant display of His character—His holiness, justice, mercy, and power (Exodus 33:18; 34:6-7). • In Christ we already glimpse “the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ” (2 Corinthians 4:6). • The future filling will leave no room for rival glories; only His splendor will be celebrated (Psalm 72:19). of the LORD • The promise centers on the covenant name: “the LORD” (Yahweh), the One who keeps every word He speaks (Isaiah 40:5). • His rule will be universally acknowledged—“The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ” (Revelation 11:15; Philippians 2:10-11). • The prophet assures us that the same LORD who judged Babylon will ultimately reveal His unmatched majesty to all. as the waters cover the sea • Waters do not merely touch the sea; they saturate it. The image stresses overwhelming abundance (Isaiah 11:9). • Depth as well as breadth is implied—God’s glory will not lie on the surface but reach the deepest places of human existence (Genesis 1:2). • Resistance is futile; just as no barrier keeps water from filling its basin, no power will prevent God’s glory from filling the earth. summary Habakkuk 2:14 is a divine, unstoppable pledge: the entire earth will one day be completely saturated with an intimate, experiential awareness of the radiant character of the covenant LORD—so thoroughly that nothing will remain untouched, just as water wholly fills and surrounds the sea. (14) With the knowledge.--Better, as concerns the knowledge. See the same promise in Isaiah 11:9. It is here introduced in contrast to the short-lived glory of Babylon. The enslaved nations raised the Babylonian palaces only for the fire to destroy them. But Jehovah's glory shall be made known all the world over, and shall not be effaced.Verse 14. - The prophet now gives the reason of the vanity of these human undertakings. For the earth shall be filled, etc. The words are from Isaiah 11:9, with some little alterations (comp. Numbers 14:21). This is cue of the passages which attests "the community of testimony," as it is called, among the prophets. To take a few out of many cases that offer, Isaiah 2:2-4 compared with Micah 4:1-4; Isaiah 13:19-22 with Jeremiah 50:39, etc.; Isaiah 52:7 with Nahum 1:15; Jeremiah 49:7-22 with Obadiah 1:1-4; Amos 9:13 with Joel 3:18 (Ladd, 'Doctrine of Scripture,' 1:145). All the earth is to be filled with, and to recognize, the glory of God as manifested in the overthrow of ungodliness; and therefore Babylon, and the world power of which she is a type, must be subdued and perish. This announcement looks forward to the establishment of Messiah's kingdom, which "shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and shall stand forever" (Daniel 2:44). We must remember how intimately in the minds of Eastern heathens the prosperity of a nation was connected with its local deities. Nothing in their eyes could show more perfectly the impotence of a god than his failing to protect his worshippers from destruction (comp. 2 Kings 18:33, etc.). The glory of Jehovah and his sovereignty over the earth would be seen and acknowledged in the overthrow of Babylon, the powerful, victorious nation. As the waters cover the sea. As the waters fill the basin of the sea (Genesis 1:22; 1 Kings 7:23, where the great vessel of ablution is called "the sea").Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Forכִּ֚י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction the earth הָאָ֔רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land will be filled תִּמָּלֵ֣א (tim·mā·lê) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 4390: To fill, be full of with the knowledge לָדַ֖עַת (lā·ḏa·‘aṯ) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 3045: To know of אֶת־ (’eṯ-) Direct object marker Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case the glory כְּב֣וֹד (kə·ḇō·wḏ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3519: Weight, splendor, copiousness of the LORD יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel as the waters כַּמַּ֖יִם (kam·ma·yim) Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 4325: Water, juice, urine, semen cover יְכַסּ֥וּ (yə·ḵas·sū) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 3680: To plump, fill up hollows, to cover the sea. יָֽם׃ (yām) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3220: A sea, the Mediterranean Sea, large river, an artifical basin Links Habakkuk 2:14 NIVHabakkuk 2:14 NLT Habakkuk 2:14 ESV Habakkuk 2:14 NASB Habakkuk 2:14 KJV Habakkuk 2:14 BibleApps.com Habakkuk 2:14 Biblia Paralela Habakkuk 2:14 Chinese Bible Habakkuk 2:14 French Bible Habakkuk 2:14 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Habakkuk 2:14 For the earth will be filled (Hab Hb) |
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