Micah 1:9 web — For her wounds are incurable; for it has come even to Judah. It reaches to the gate of my people, even to Jerusalem.

World English Bible

"For her wounds are incurable; for it has come even to Judah. It reaches to the gate of my people, even to Jerusalem."

— Micah 1:9, World English Bible

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Micah 1:9 in Other Translations

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Micah 1 — Context

6

Therefore I will make Samaria like a rubble heap of the field, like places for planting vineyards; and I will pour down its stones into the valley, and I will uncover its foundations.

7

All her idols will be beaten to pieces, and all her temple gifts will be burned with fire, and all her images I will destroy; for of the hire of a prostitute has she gathered them, and to the hire of a prostitute shall they return."

8

For this I will lament and wail; I will go stripped and naked; I will howl like the jackals, and moan like the daughters of owls.

9

For her wounds are incurable; for it has come even to Judah. It reaches to the gate of my people, even to Jerusalem.

10

Don't tell it in Gath. Don't weep at all. At Beth Ophrah I have rolled myself in the dust.

11

Pass on, inhabitant of Shaphir, in nakedness and shame. The inhabitant of Zaanan won't come out. The wailing of Beth Ezel will take from you his protection.

12

For the inhabitant of Maroth waits anxiously for good, because evil has come down from Yahweh to the gate of Jerusalem.

Micah 1:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Micah 1:9 say?
Micah 1:9 in the World English Bible reads: “For her wounds are incurable; for it has come even to Judah. It reaches to the gate of my people, even to Jerusalem.”
Where is Micah 1:9 in the Bible?
Micah 1:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Micah, chapter 1, verse 9.
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 1:9.
What translation should I read Micah 1:9 in?
Micah 1:9 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 1:9?
Micah 1:9 reads (WEB): “For her wounds are incurable; for it has come even to Judah. It reaches to the gate of my people, even to Jerusalem.” 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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