Micah 7:18 cpdv — What God is like you, who takes away iniquity and passes over the sin of the remnant of your inheritance? No longer wil…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"What God is like you, who takes away iniquity and passes over the sin of the remnant of your inheritance? No longer will he send forth his fury, because he is willing to be merciful. "

— Micah 7:18, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Micah 7 — Context

15

As in the days of your departure from the land of Egypt, I will reveal miracles to him.

16

The nations will look, and they will be confounded at the strength of them all. They will place hand over mouth; their ears will be deaf.

17

They will lick the dust like serpents, and, like the creeping things of the earth, they will be disturbed in their houses. They will dread the Lord our God, and they will fear you.

18

What God is like you, who takes away iniquity and passes over the sin of the remnant of your inheritance? No longer will he send forth his fury, because he is willing to be merciful.

19

He will turn back and have mercy on us. He will put away our iniquities, and he will cast all our sins into the depths of the sea.

20

You will give the truth to Jacob, mercy to Abraham, which you swore to our fathers from the ancient days.

Micah 7:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Micah 7:18 say?
Micah 7:18 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “What God is like you, who takes away iniquity and passes over the sin of the remnant of your inheritance? No longer will he send forth his fury, because he is willing to be merciful. ”
Where is Micah 7:18 in the Bible?
Micah 7:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Micah, chapter 7, verse 18.
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 7:18.
What translation should I read Micah 7:18 in?
Micah 7:18 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 7:18?
Micah 7:18 reads (CPDV): “What God is like you, who takes away iniquity and passes over the sin of the remnant of your inheritance? No longer will he send forth his fury, because he is willing to be merciful. ” 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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