Micah 7:2 web — The godly man has perished out of the earth, and there is no one upright among men. They all lie in wait for blood; eve…

World English Bible

"The godly man has perished out of the earth, and there is no one upright among men. They all lie in wait for blood; every man hunts his brother with a net."

— Micah 7:2, World English Bible

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Micah 7 — Context

1

Misery is mine! Indeed, I am like one who gathers the summer fruits, as gleanings of the vineyard: There is no cluster of grapes to eat. My soul desires to eat the early fig.

2

The godly man has perished out of the earth, and there is no one upright among men. They all lie in wait for blood; every man hunts his brother with a net.

3

Their hands are on that which is evil to do it diligently. The ruler and judge ask for a bribe; and the powerful man dictates the evil desire of his soul. Thus they conspire together.

4

The best of them is like a brier. The most upright is worse than a thorn hedge. The day of your watchmen, even your visitation, has come; now is the time of their confusion.

5

Don't trust in a neighbor. Don't put confidence in a friend. With the woman lying in your embrace, be careful of the words of your mouth!

Micah 7:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Micah 7:2 say?
Micah 7:2 in the World English Bible reads: “The godly man has perished out of the earth, and there is no one upright among men. They all lie in wait for blood; every man hunts his brother with a net.”
Where is Micah 7:2 in the Bible?
Micah 7:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Micah, chapter 7, 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 7:2.
What translation should I read Micah 7:2 in?
Micah 7:2 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 7:2?
Micah 7:2 reads (WEB): “The godly man has perished out of the earth, and there is no one upright among men. They all lie in wait for blood; every man hunts his brother with a net.” 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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