Micah 2:9 nasb — "The women of My people you evict, Each one from her pleasant house. From her children you take My splendor forever.

NASB

""The women of My people you evict, Each one from her pleasant house. From her children you take My splendor forever."

— Micah 2:9, NASB

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Micah 2 — Context

6

'Do not speak out,' so they speak out. But if they do not speak out concerning these things, Reproaches will not be turned back.

7

"Is it being said, O house of Jacob: 'Is the Spirit of the LORD impatient? Are these His doings?' Do not My words do good To the one walking uprightly?

8

"Recently My people have arisen as an enemy-- You strip the robe off the garment From unsuspecting passers-by, From those returned from war.

9

"The women of My people you evict, Each one from her pleasant house. From her children you take My splendor forever.

10

"Arise and go, For this is no place of rest Because of the uncleanness that brings on destruction, A painful destruction.

11

"If a man walking after wind and falsehood Had told lies and said, 'I will speak out to you concerning wine and liquor,' He would be spokesman to this people.

12

"I will surely assemble all of you, Jacob, I will surely gather the remnant of Israel. I will put them together like sheep in the fold; Like a flock in the midst of its pasture They will be noisy with men.

Micah 2:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Micah 2:9 say?
Micah 2:9 in the NASB reads: “"The women of My people you evict, Each one from her pleasant house. From her children you take My splendor forever.”
Where is Micah 2:9 in the Bible?
Micah 2:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Micah, chapter 2, 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 2:9.
What translation should I read Micah 2:9 in?
Micah 2:9 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 2:9?
Micah 2:9 reads (NASB): “"The women of My people you evict, Each one from her pleasant house. From her children you take My splendor forever.” 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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