Micah 2:12 bbe — I will certainly make all of you, O Jacob, come together; I will get together the rest of Israel; I will put them toget…

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"I will certainly make all of you, O Jacob, come together; I will get together the rest of Israel; I will put them together like the sheep in their circle: like a flock in their green field; they will be full of the noise of men."

— Micah 2:12, Bible in Basic English

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Micah 2 — Context

The women of my people you have been driving away from their dearly loved children; from their young ones you are taking my glory for ever.

Up! and go; for this is not your rest: because it has been made unclean, the destruction ordered will come on you.

If a man came with a false spirit of deceit, saying, I will be a prophet to you of wine and strong drink: he would be the sort of prophet for this people.

I will certainly make all of you, O Jacob, come together; I will get together the rest of Israel; I will put them together like the sheep in their circle: like a flock in their green field; they will be full of the noise of men.

The opener of the way will go up before them: forcing their way out they will go on to the doorway and out through it: their king will go on before them, and the Lord at their head.

Micah 2:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Micah 2:12 say?

Micah 2:12 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “I will certainly make all of you, O Jacob, come together; I will get together the rest of Israel; I will put them together like the sheep in their circle: like a flock in their green field; they will be full of the noise of men.”

Where is Micah 2:12 in the Bible?

Micah 2:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Micah, chapter 2, verse 12.

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 2:12.

What translation should I read Micah 2:12 in?

Micah 2:12 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 2:12?

Micah 2:12 reads (BBE): “I will certainly make all of you, O Jacob, come together; I will get together the rest of Israel; I will put them together like the sheep in their circle: like a flock in their green field; they will be full of the noise of men.” 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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