Micah 2:6 web — "Don't prophesy!" They prophesy. "Don't prophesy about these things. Disgrace won't overtake us."

World English Bible

""Don't prophesy!" They prophesy. "Don't prophesy about these things. Disgrace won't overtake us.""

— Micah 2:6, World English Bible

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Micah 2 — Context

3

Therefore thus says Yahweh: "Behold, I am planning against these people a disaster, from which you will not remove your necks, neither will you walk haughtily; for it is an evil time.

4

In that day they will take up a parable against you, and lament with a doleful lamentation, saying, 'We are utterly ruined! My people's possession is divided up. Indeed he takes it from me and assigns our fields to traitors!'"

5

Therefore you will have no one who divides the land by lot in the assembly of Yahweh.

6

"Don't prophesy!" They prophesy. "Don't prophesy about these things. Disgrace won't overtake us."

7

Shall it be said, O house of Jacob: "Is the Spirit of Yahweh angry? Are these his doings? Don't my words do good to him who walks blamelessly?"

8

But lately my people have risen up as an enemy. You strip the robe and clothing from those who pass by without a care, returning from battle.

9

You drive the women of my people out from their pleasant houses; from their young children you take away my blessing forever.

Micah 2:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Micah 2:6 say?
Micah 2:6 in the World English Bible reads: “"Don't prophesy!" They prophesy. "Don't prophesy about these things. Disgrace won't overtake us."”
Where is Micah 2:6 in the Bible?
Micah 2:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Micah, chapter 2, verse 6.
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 2:6.
What translation should I read Micah 2:6 in?
Micah 2:6 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 2:6?
Micah 2:6 reads (WEB): “"Don't prophesy!" They prophesy. "Don't prophesy about these things. Disgrace won't overtake us."” 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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