Micah 6:15 web — You will sow, but won't reap. You will tread the olives, but won't anoint yourself with oil; and crush grapes, but won'…

World English Bible

"You will sow, but won't reap. You will tread the olives, but won't anoint yourself with oil; and crush grapes, but won't drink the wine."

— Micah 6:15, World English Bible

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Micah 6 — Context

12

Her rich men are full of violence, her inhabitants speak lies, and their tongue is deceitful in their speech.

13

Therefore I also have struck you with a grievous wound. I have made you desolate because of your sins.

14

You shall eat, but not be satisfied. Your humiliation will be in your midst. You will store up, but not save; and that which you save I will give up to the sword.

15

You will sow, but won't reap. You will tread the olives, but won't anoint yourself with oil; and crush grapes, but won't drink the wine.

16

For the statutes of Omri are kept, and all the works of the house of Ahab. You walk in their counsels, that I may make you a ruin, and her inhabitants a hissing; And you will bear the reproach of my people."

Micah 6:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Micah 6:15 say?
Micah 6:15 in the World English Bible reads: “You will sow, but won't reap. You will tread the olives, but won't anoint yourself with oil; and crush grapes, but won't drink the wine.”
Where is Micah 6:15 in the Bible?
Micah 6:15 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Micah, chapter 6, verse 15.
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 6:15.
What translation should I read Micah 6:15 in?
Micah 6:15 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 6:15?
Micah 6:15 reads (WEB): “You will sow, but won't reap. You will tread the olives, but won't anoint yourself with oil; and crush grapes, but won't drink the wine.” 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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