Habakkuk is the 8th most quoted minor prophet in the Bible. It contains arguments for justification by faith that are also cited in other books. Very little biographical detail is known about Habakkuk, though he was likely a singer, Levite, and prophet. The prophecy dates to sometime between 609-606 BC during Josiah's reign in Judah. Habakkuk questions how long Judah will suffer oppression before God acts, and God responds that the Chaldeans will be his instrument to punish Judah though they too will later be punished for their actions. The book provides insight into questioning God and understanding his long-term perspective.