1. Survey of the Old Testament
Chapter 40
Habakkuk

2. The Writing of the Book The Background
Probably contemporary with Jeremiah
 Prophecies likely dated BC
The Background
Disintegration of the Assyrian Empire
Josiah's reform in Judah
Photo: This portion of the Babylonian Chronicle describes the capture of Jehoiachin, king of Judah, and his being exiled to Babylon about 600 BC.

3. Structure and Organization
Purpose and Message
To examine God's justice on the international plane
Structure and Organization
Prayers of the prophet and responses from the Lord
Major Themes
God's Policy for Handling Nations