Micah 3:2 kjva — Who hate the good, and love the evil; who pluck off their skin from off them, and their flesh from off their bones;

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Who hate the good, and love the evil; who pluck off their skin from off them, and their flesh from off their bones;"

— Micah 3:2, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Micah 3 — Context

1

And I said, Hear, I pray you, O heads of Jacob, and ye princes of the house of Israel; Is it not for you to know judgment?

2

Who hate the good, and love the evil; who pluck off their skin from off them, and their flesh from off their bones;

3

Who also eat the flesh of my people, and flay their skin from off them; and they break their bones, and chop them in pieces, as for the pot, and as flesh within the caldron.

4

Then shall they cry unto the Lord, but he will not hear them: he will even hide his face from them at that time, as they have behaved themselves ill in their doings.

5

Thus saith the Lord concerning the prophets that make my people err, that bite with their teeth, and cry, Peace; and he that putteth not into their mouths, they even prepare war against him.

Micah 3:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Micah 3:2 say?
Micah 3:2 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Who hate the good, and love the evil; who pluck off their skin from off them, and their flesh from off their bones;”
Where is Micah 3:2 in the Bible?
Micah 3:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Micah, chapter 3, verse 2.
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 3:2.
What translation should I read Micah 3:2 in?
Micah 3:2 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 3:2?
Micah 3:2 reads (KJVA): “Who hate the good, and love the evil; who pluck off their skin from off them, and their flesh from off their bones;” 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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