Micah 5:14 web — I will uproot your Asherim out of your midst; and I will destroy your cities.

World English Bible

"I will uproot your Asherim out of your midst; and I will destroy your cities."

— Micah 5:14, World English Bible

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Micah 5:14 in Other Translations

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KJV
“And I will pluck up thy groves out of the midst of thee: so will I destroy thy cities.”
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ASV
“and I will pluck up thine Asherim out of the midst of thee; and I will destroy thy cities. ”
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NET
“I will uproot your images of Asherah from your midst, and destroy your idols.”
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DRB
“And I will execute vengeance in wrath, and in indignation, among all the nations that have not given ear. ”
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BBE
“I will have your Asherahs pulled up from among you: and I will send destruction on your images.”
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KJVA
“And I will pluck up thy groves out of the midst of thee: so will I destroy thy cities.”
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Micah 5 — Context

I will cut off the cities of your land, and will tear down all your strongholds.

I will destroy witchcraft from your hand; and you shall have no soothsayers.

I will cut off your engraved images and your pillars out of your midst; and you shall no more worship the work of your hands.

I will uproot your Asherim out of your midst; and I will destroy your cities.

I will execute vengeance in anger, and wrath on the nations that didn't listen."

Micah 5:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Micah 5:14 say?

Micah 5:14 in the World English Bible reads: “I will uproot your Asherim out of your midst; and I will destroy your cities.”

Where is Micah 5:14 in the Bible?

Micah 5:14 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Micah, chapter 5, verse 14.

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 5:14.

What translation should I read Micah 5:14 in?

Micah 5:14 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 5:14?

Micah 5:14 reads (WEB): “I will uproot your Asherim out of your midst; and I will destroy your cities.” 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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