Habakkuk 1:6-10

6Look, I am about to empower the Babylonians, that ruthless and greedy nation. They sweep across the surface of the earth, seizing dwelling places that do not belong to them.

7They are frightening and terrifying; they decide for themselves what is right.

8Their horses are faster than leopards and more alert than wolves in the desert. Their horses gallop, their horses come a great distance; like a vulture they swoop down quickly to devour their prey.

9All of them intend to do violence; every face is determined. They take prisoners as easily as one scoops up sand.

10They mock kings and laugh at rulers. They laugh at every fortified city; they build siege ramps and capture them.