Micah 6:15

Micah 6:16 bbe — For you have kept the laws of Omri and all the works of the family of Ahab, and you have been guided by their designs:…

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"For you have kept the laws of Omri and all the works of the family of Ahab, and you have been guided by their designs: so that I might make you a cause of wonder and your people a cause of hisses; and the shame of my people will be on you."

— Micah 6:16, Bible in Basic English

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“For the statutes of Omri are kept, and all the works of the house of Ahab, and ye walk in their counsels; that I may make thee a desolation, and the inhabitants thereof a hissing: and ye shall bear the reproach of my people. ”
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Micah 6 — Context

So I have made a start with your punishment; I have made you waste because of your sins.

You will have food, but not enough; your shame will be ever with you: you will get your goods moved, but you will not take them away safely; and what you do take away I will give to the sword.

You will put in seed, but you will not get in the grain; you will be crushing olives, but your bodies will not be rubbed with the oil; and you will get in the grapes, but you will have no wine.

For you have kept the laws of Omri and all the works of the family of Ahab, and you have been guided by their designs: so that I might make you a cause of wonder and your people a cause of hisses; and the shame of my people will be on you.

Micah 6:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Micah 6:16 say?

Micah 6:16 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “For you have kept the laws of Omri and all the works of the family of Ahab, and you have been guided by their designs: so that I might make you a cause of wonder and your people a cause of hisses; and the shame of my people will be on you.”

Where is Micah 6:16 in the Bible?

Micah 6:16 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Micah, chapter 6, verse 16.

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 6:16.

What translation should I read Micah 6:16 in?

Micah 6:16 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 6:16?

Micah 6:16 reads (BBE): “For you have kept the laws of Omri and all the works of the family of Ahab, and you have been guided by their designs: so that I might make you a cause of wonder and your people a cause of hisses; and the shame of my people will be on you.” 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.

Micah 6:16 bbe — For you have kept the laws of Omri and all the works of the family of Ahab, and you have been guided by their designs:…

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