Old Testament
Book of Micah
Micah condemns corrupt leaders and false religion, then looks ahead to a ruler born in Bethlehem and a time of peace. He sums up what God asks in one verse.
At a glance
Micah key facts
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Chapters
- 7
- Author
- Micah of Moresheth
- When it was written
- Around 735 to 700 BC
- Main theme
- Justice, mercy and a ruler to come from Bethlehem
- Key verse
- Micah 6:8
Summary
What is Micah about?
Micah condemns corrupt leaders and false religion, then looks ahead to a ruler born in Bethlehem and a time of peace. He sums up what God asks in one verse.
Key verse
A key verse in Micah
“He has showed you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?”
7 chapters
Micah chapters
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Questions
Micah: common questions
Who wrote the book of Micah?
Micah of Moresheth.
When was Micah written?
Around 735 to 700 BC.
What is the book of Micah about?
Micah condemns corrupt leaders and false religion, then looks ahead to a ruler born in Bethlehem and a time of peace. He sums up what God asks in one verse.
How many chapters are in Micah?
Micah has 7 chapters, in the Old Testament.
What is a key verse in Micah?
Micah 6:8: “He has showed you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?” (KJV).
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