Habakkuk 2:8-9
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Habakkuk 2:8-9
King James Version
8 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.
9 Woe 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!
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Habakkuk 2:8-9
New King James Version
8 (A)Because you have plundered many nations,
All the remnant of the people shall plunder you,
Because of men’s [a]blood
And the violence of the land and the city,
And of all who dwell in it.
9 “Woe to him who covets evil gain for his house,
That he may (B)set his nest on high,
That he may be delivered from the [b]power of disaster!
Footnotes
- Habakkuk 2:8 Or bloodshed
- Habakkuk 2:9 Lit. hand of evil
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