Habakkuk gets a plush treatment here. Because this volume succeeds on so many levels, I see it as the best single volume on Habakkuk around.

The depth of the Introduction quickly becomes apparent and serves as a forerunner to what the whole commentary will be. Authorship and dating are well established. The Historical Background section is thoroughly enjoyable to read and even makes good theological reflections. After the requisite section on the text, literary concerns are deeply surveyed. Next, one of the best sections on structure that I’ve seen in major commentary series in a long time is given. Whether you fully conclude as does the author, you will love the fullness with which that subject is broached. Equally helpful, Habakkuk’s place in the Book of the Twelve was quite imaginatively sketched.

The skills introduced in the Introduction cascade out through the commentary proper. 350 pages on Habakkuk is perfect for your main commentary on this prophet. I’ll give this volume the highest recommendation. 

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