Micah 3:8

Translations

Modern

As for me, however, I am filled with power by the Spirit of the LORD, with justice and courage, to declare to Jacob his transgression and to Israel his sin.

Traditional

But truly I am full of power by the spirit of the Lord, and of judgment, and of might, to declare unto Jacob his transgression, and to Israel his sin.

Literal

However I am filled with power by the Spirit of YHWH, and justice and strength to declare to Jacob his transgression, and to Israel his sin.

Latin

Verumtamen ego repletus sum fortitudine spiritus Domini, judicio, et virtute, ut annuntiem Jacob scelus suum, et Israël peccatum suum.

Original

Hebrew

English

As for me, however, I am filled with power by the Spirit of the LORD, with justice and courage, to declare to Jacob his transgression and to Israel his sin.

Notes

Micah 3:8

There was a big difference between the true prophet and the false prophets (Micah 3:5–7). Truth, justice, and power come from God’s Spirit. This Spirit gave Micah the moral and ethical strength to speak his true message about the sin and rebellion of his people.

Micah 3:1–5:15

This message accuses the evil leaders who harmed God's people. It contrasts them with a vision of God's kingdom and a righteous king's rule. After facing judgment and exile, a purified Israel would return and receive God's blessings.

Theme notes and profiles

Charismatic Leadership

Events

Prophecies of Micahc. 754 BC

Related verses

Isaiah 58:1
“Cry aloud, do not hold back! Raise your voice like a ram’s horn. Declare to My people their transgression and to the house of Jacob their sins.
1 Corinthians 2:12–13
We have not received the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we may understand what God has freely given us.
1 Corinthians 2:4
My message and my preaching were not with persuasive words of wisdom, but with a demonstration of the Spirit’s power,
Isaiah 11:2–3
The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD.
Ezekiel 16:2
“Son of man, confront Jerusalem with her abominations
Acts 18:9–11
One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: “Do not be afraid; keep on speaking; do not be silent.
Acts 4:8–12
Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them, “Rulers and elders of the people!
Jeremiah 15:19–21
Therefore this is what the LORD says: “If you return, I will restore you; you will stand in My presence. And if you speak words that are noble instead of worthless, you will be My spokesman. It is they who must turn to you, but you must not turn to them.
Job 32:18
For I am full of words, and my spirit within me compels me.
Acts 7:54–57
On hearing this, the members of the Sanhedrin were enraged, and they gnashed their teeth at him.
Ezekiel 43:10
As for you, son of man, describe the temple to the people of Israel, so that they may be ashamed of their iniquities. Let them measure the plan,
Matthew 7:29
…because He taught as one who had authority, and not as their scribes.

People

Israel: Patriarch, son of Isaac, father of twelve tribes

Glossary

Book of Micah Peace Power Prophet, Prophetess

Topics

Holy Boldness: Ministers should Exhibit, in Reproving Sin Holy Spirit: General Scriptures Concerning Injustice: Saints should Testify Against Power of the Holy Spirit: Enabled to Speak the Truth Boldly by Religious Zeal: Exemplified Reproof: Ministers are Empowered to Give The Inspiration of the Holy Spirit: Design of To Give Power to Ministers The Inspiration of the Holy Spirit: Design of To Testify Against Sin The Power of the Holy Spirit: Saints: Enable to Speak the Truth Boldly By

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