Habakkuk 1:6-13

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.

11They sweep by like the wind and pass on. But the one who considers himself a god will be held guilty.”

12Lord, you have been active from ancient times; my sovereign God, you are immortal. Lord, you have made them your instrument of judgment. Protector, you have appointed them as your instrument of punishment.

13You are too just to tolerate evil; you are unable to condone wrongdoing. So why do you put up with such treacherous people? Why do you say nothing when the wicked devour those more righteous than they are?