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The Story of Micah
Also: Mika (Kiswahili)
Prophet from Moresheth who spoke against injustice and foretold a ruler from Bethlehem.
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Introduction
Micah of Moresheth prophesied in the days of Jotham, Ahaz and Hezekiah concerning Samaria and Jerusalem. Micah 1:1
He declared what the LORD requires: to act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with God, and spoke of a ruler to come from Bethlehem. Micah 6:8Micah 5:2
Told in: Micah
Life at a glance
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- Moresheth Micah 1:1
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What the LORD requires
Micah answers what the LORD requires: justice, mercy and humble walking with God.
Mentioned across the Bible
Later passages that recall, mention or interpret Micah. These are not new events in the person’s lifetime.
Later recollection
- Jeremiah 26:18–19 — Elders recall Micah's prophecy in Hezekiah's day.
Teaching or quotation mentioning them
- Matthew 2:5–6 — Micah 5:2 quoted about Bethlehem.
Books associated with Micah
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Themes and study
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JusticeMercy
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