New International Version I will take vengeance in anger and wrath on the nations that have not obeyed me.” New Living Translation I will pour out my vengeance on all the nations that refuse to obey me.” English Standard Version And in anger and wrath I will execute vengeance on the nations that did not obey. Berean Standard Bible I will take vengeance in anger and wrath upon the nations that have not obeyed Me.” Berean Literal Bible And I will execute vengeance in anger and in fury on the nations who would not listen.” King James Bible And I will execute vengeance in anger and fury upon the heathen, such as they have not heard. New King James Version And I will execute vengeance in anger and fury On the nations that have not heard.” New American Standard Bible “And I will execute vengeance in anger and wrath On the nations which have not obeyed.” NASB 1995 “And I will execute vengeance in anger and wrath On the nations which have not obeyed.” NASB 1977 “And I will execute vengeance in anger and wrath On the nations which have not obeyed.” Legacy Standard Bible And I will execute vengeance in anger and wrath On the nations which have not listened.” Amplified Bible “And in anger and wrath I shall execute vengeance On the nations which have not obeyed [such vengeance as they have not known before].” Berean Annotated Bible I will take vengeance in anger and wrath upon the nations that have not obeyed Me. Christian Standard Bible I will take vengeance in anger and wrath against the nations that have not obeyed me. Holman Christian Standard Bible I will take vengeance in anger and wrath against the nations that have not obeyed Me. American Standard Version And I will execute vengeance in anger and wrath upon the nations which hearkened not. Contemporary English Version I will become furious and take revenge on the nations that refuse to obey me. English Revised Version And I will execute vengeance in anger and fury upon the nations which hearkened not. GOD'S WORD® Translation I will take revenge with great anger on the nations that do not obey me." Good News Translation And in my great anger I will take revenge on all nations that have not obeyed me." International Standard Version I will execute vengeance, anger, and fury on the nations who do not obey." NET Bible I will angrily seek vengeance on the nations that do not obey me." New Heart English Bible I will execute vengeance in anger, and wrath on the nations that did not listen." Webster's Bible Translation And I will execute vengeance in anger and fury upon the heathen, such as they have not heard. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleI will take vengeance in anger and wrath upon the nations that have not obeyed Me.” World English Bible I will execute vengeance in anger and wrath on the nations that didn’t listen.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd I have done vengeance in anger and in fury, "" With the nations who have not listened!” Berean Literal Bible And I will execute vengeance in anger and in fury on the nations who would not listen.” Young's Literal Translation And I have done vengeance in anger and in fury, With the nations who have not hearkened! Smith's Literal Translation And I did vengeance in anger and in wrath with the nations, which they heard not. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd I will execute vengeance in wrath and in indignation among all the nations that have not given ear. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible I will wreak vengeance in anger and wrath upon the nations that have not listened. New Revised Standard Version And in anger and wrath I will execute vengeance on the nations that did not obey. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd I will execute vengeance in anger and fury upon the nations that did not obey. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And I shall perform vengeance in anger and in the rage of the nations, those which have not listened OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And I will execute vengeance in anger and fury upon the nations, Because they hearkened not. Brenton Septuagint Translation and I will execute vengeance on the heathen in anger and wrath, because they hearkened not. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Remnant of Jacob…14I will root out the Asherah poles from your midst and demolish your cities. 15I will take vengeance in anger and wrath upon the nations that have not obeyed Me.” Cross References I will take vengeance Deuteronomy 32:35 Vengeance is Mine; I will repay. In due time their foot will slip; for their day of disaster is near, and their doom is coming quickly.” Psalm 94:1 O LORD, God of vengeance, O God of vengeance, shine forth. Romans 12:19 Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.” in anger and wrath Psalm 79:5 How long, O LORD? Will You be angry forever? Will Your jealousy burn like fire? Ezekiel 38:18 Now on that day when Gog comes against the land of Israel, declares the Lord GOD, My wrath will flare up. Zephaniah 1:15 That day will be a day of wrath, a day of trouble and distress, a day of destruction and desolation, a day of darkness and gloom, a day of clouds and blackness, upon the nations Isaiah 34:2 The LORD is angry with all the nations and furious with all their armies. He will devote them to destruction; He will give them over to slaughter. Jeremiah 25:31 The tumult will resound to the ends of the earth because the LORD brings a charge against the nations. He brings judgment on all mankind and puts the wicked to the sword,’” declares the LORD. Joel 3:2 I will gather all the nations and bring them down to the Valley of Jehoshaphat. There I will enter into judgment against them concerning My people, My inheritance, Israel, whom they have scattered among the nations as they divided up My land. that have not obeyed Me.” Jeremiah 12:17 But if they will not obey, then I will uproot that nation; I will uproot it and destroy it, declares the LORD.” Deuteronomy 18:19 And I will hold accountable anyone who does not listen to My words that the prophet speaks in My name. 2 Thessalonians 1:8 in blazing fire, inflicting vengeance on those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. Isaiah 66:15-16 For behold, the LORD will come with fire—His chariots are like a whirlwind—to execute His anger with fury and His rebuke with flames of fire. / For by fire and by His sword, the LORD will execute judgment on all flesh, and many will be slain by the LORD. Jeremiah 10:25 Pour out Your wrath on the nations that do not acknowledge You, and on the families that do not call on Your name. For they have devoured Jacob; they have consumed him and finished him off; they have devastated his homeland. Nahum 1:2 The LORD is a jealous and avenging God; the LORD is avenging and full of wrath. The LORD takes vengeance on His foes and reserves wrath for His enemies. Zephaniah 3:8 Therefore wait for Me,” declares the LORD, “until the day I rise to testify. For My decision is to gather nations, to assemble kingdoms, to pour out upon them My indignation—all My burning anger. For all the earth will be consumed by the fire of My jealousy. Treasury of Scripture And I will execute vengeance in anger and fury on the heathen, such as they have not heard. Micah 5:8 And the remnant of Jacob shall be among the Gentiles in the midst of many people as a lion among the beasts of the forest, as a young lion among the flocks of sheep: who, if he go through, both treadeth down, and teareth in pieces, and none can deliver. Psalm 149:7 To execute vengeance upon the heathen, and punishments upon the people; 2 Thessalonians 1:8 In flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ: Jump to Previous Anger Burning Effected Execute Fury Heard Hearkened Heathen Nations Obey Obeyed Punishment Vengeance Word WrathJump to Next Anger Burning Effected Execute Fury Heard Hearkened Heathen Nations Obey Obeyed Punishment Vengeance Word WrathMicah 5 1. The birth of Christ.4. His kingdom. 8. His conquest. I will take vengeance God will personally judge rebellion and defend the holiness of His name. Deu 32:35 Vengeance is Mine; I will repay. In due time… in anger and wrath His judgment is a just response to persistent idolatry, violence, and defiance of His rule. Psa 79:5 How long, O LORD? Will You be angry forever?… upon the nations The surrounding peoples who opposed Israel were accountable to the same sovereign God who governed Israel’s covenant life. Isa 34:2 The LORD is angry with all the nations.… that have not obeyed Me.” No nation stands beyond God’s authority; those who refuse His commands will face His righteous judgment. Jer 12:17 But if they will not obey, then I will uproot that nation… Persons / Places / Events 1. MicahA prophet in the 8th century BC, Micah delivered messages of judgment and hope to the people of Judah and Israel. 2. Nations Refers to the Gentile nations surrounding Israel, often seen as adversaries or those outside the covenant community. 3. God's Vengeance Represents God's righteous judgment against disobedience and sin, emphasizing His holiness and justice. Teaching Points God's Justice and HolinessGod's vengeance is a reflection of His perfect justice and holiness. It serves as a reminder that sin and disobedience have consequences. The Call to Obedience The verse underscores the importance of obedience to God. It challenges believers to examine their lives and align with God's will. Trust in God's Timing Believers are encouraged to trust in God's timing for justice. While human justice may falter, God's judgment is sure and righteous. The Role of Prophecy Prophetic messages like Micah's serve to warn and guide God's people. They call for repentance and a return to covenant faithfulness. Hope in God's Sovereignty Even in judgment, there is hope. God's sovereignty assures us that He is in control and His plans are for the ultimate good of His people. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Micah 5:15?2. How does Micah 5:15 demonstrate God's justice towards disobedient nations? 3. What does "vengeance in anger and wrath" reveal about God's character? 4. How can Micah 5:15 guide us in understanding God's response to sin today? 5. Which New Testament passages align with God's justice as seen in Micah 5:15? 6. How should Micah 5:15 influence our prayers for nations rejecting God? 7. How does Micah 5:15 reflect God's judgment and wrath in the Old Testament context? 8. What historical events might Micah 5:15 be referencing regarding God's vengeance on nations? 9. How does Micah 5:15 align with the theme of divine justice in the Bible? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Micah 5? (15) Such as they have not heard.--Rather, which have not been obedient--i.e., which had not availed themselves of the opportunities of learning the true religion. Verse 15. - The time of Messiah is the era when judgment shall fall on the obdurate heathen. Such as they have not heard; rather, which have not hearkened, which are disobedient. Septuagint, "Because they hearkened not" (comp. Isaiah 66:15-18; Joel 3:9, etc.; Zephaniah 3:8; Haggai 2:22; 2 Thessalonians 1:7-10). It is implied that some of the heathen will hearken to the revelation of Jehovah by the Messiah. Micah 5:15 NIV |
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