Micah 1:10 asv — Tell it not in Gath, weep not at all: at Beth-le-aphrah have I rolled myself in the dust.

American Standard Version

"Tell it not in Gath, weep not at all: at Beth-le-aphrah have I rolled myself in the dust. "

— Micah 1:10, American Standard Version

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Micah 1 — Context

7

And all her graven images shall be beaten to pieces, and all her hires shall be burned with fire, and all her idols will I lay desolate; for of the hire of a harlot hath she gathered them, and unto the hire of a harlot shall they return.

8

For this will I lament and wail; I will go stripped and naked; I will make a wailing like the jackals, and a lamentation like the ostriches.

9

For her wounds are incurable; for it is come even unto Judah; it reacheth unto the gate of my people, even to Jerusalem.

10

Tell it not in Gath, weep not at all: at Beth-le-aphrah have I rolled myself in the dust.

11

Pass away, O inhabitant of Shaphir, in nakedness and shame: the inhabitant of Zaanan is not come forth; the wailing of Beth-ezel shall take from you the stay thereof.

12

For the inhabitant of Maroth waiteth anxiously for good, because evil is come down from Jehovah unto the gate of Jerusalem.

13

Bind the chariot to the swift steed, O inhabitant of Lachish: she was the beginning of sin to the daughter of Zion; for the transgressions of Israel were found in thee.

Micah 1:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Micah 1:10 say?
Micah 1:10 in the American Standard Version reads: “Tell it not in Gath, weep not at all: at Beth-le-aphrah have I rolled myself in the dust. ”
Where is Micah 1:10 in the Bible?
Micah 1:10 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Micah, chapter 1, verse 10.
Who wrote Micah?
Micah is traditionally attributed to Micah of Moresheth. It was written c. 735–700 BC.
What is the book of Micah about?
Micah pronounces judgment on the corruption of leaders, prophets, and priests, but also points beyond it — to a ruler who will come from Bethlehem and shepherd God's flock. His famous summary of true religion still defines covenant life.
What are the major themes of Micah?
Micah explores themes including Justice, Mercy, Humility, Bethlehem, Coming Ruler. These themes shape the meaning and context of Micah 1:10.
What translation should I read Micah 1:10 in?
Micah 1:10 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Micah 1:10?
Micah 1:10 reads (ASV): “Tell it not in Gath, weep not at all: at Beth-le-aphrah have I rolled myself in the dust. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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