Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The remnant of Jacob will be among the nations, in the midst of many peoples, like a lion among the beasts of the forest, like a young lion among flocks of sheep, which mauls and mangles as it goes, and no one can rescue. New Living Translation The remnant left in Israel will take their place among the nations. They will be like a lion among the animals of the forest, like a strong young lion among flocks of sheep and goats, pouncing and tearing as they go with no rescuer in sight. English Standard Version And the remnant of Jacob shall be among the nations, in the midst of many peoples, like a lion among the beasts of the forest, like a young lion among the flocks of sheep, which, when it goes through, treads down and tears in pieces, and there is none to deliver. Berean Standard Bible Then the remnant of Jacob will be among the nations, in the midst of many peoples, like a lion among the beasts of the forest, like a young lion among flocks of sheep, which tramples and tears as it passes through, with no one to rescue them. Berean Literal Bible And the remnant of Jacob will be among the nations in the midst of many peoples, like a lion among the beasts of the forest, like a young lion among flocks of sheep, who, if he passes through, both treads down and tears to pieces, and there is no one delivering. King James Bible 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. New King James Version And the remnant of Jacob Shall be among the Gentiles, In the midst of many peoples, Like a lion among the beasts of the forest, Like a young lion among flocks of sheep, Who, if he passes through, Both treads down and tears in pieces, And none can deliver. New American Standard Bible The remnant of Jacob Will be among the nations, Among many peoples Like a lion among the animals of the forest, Like a young lion among flocks of sheep, Which, if he passes through, Tramples and tears, And there is no one who can rescue. NASB 1995 The remnant of Jacob Will be among the nations, Among many peoples Like a lion among the beasts of the forest, Like a young lion among flocks of sheep, Which, if he passes through, Tramples down and tears, And there is none to rescue. NASB 1977 And the remnant of Jacob Will be among the nations, Among many peoples Like a lion among the beasts of the forest, Like a young lion among flocks of sheep, Which, if he passes through, Tramples down and tears, And there is none to rescue. Legacy Standard Bible Then the remnant of Jacob Will be among the nations, Among many peoples Like a lion among the beasts of the forest, Like a young lion among flocks of sheep, Which, if it passes through, Tramples down and tears, And there is none to deliver. Amplified Bible The remnant of Jacob Shall be among the nations, In the midst of many peoples Like a lion among the beasts of the forest, Like a young lion [suddenly appearing] among the flocks of sheep Which, if he passes through, Tramples down and tears into pieces [the nations in judgment], And there is no one to rescue. Berean Annotated Bible Then the remnant of Jacob (he grasps the heel) will be among the nations, in the midst of many peoples, like a lion among the beasts of the forest, like a young lion among flocks of sheep, which tramples and tears as it passes through, with no one to rescue them. Christian Standard Bible Then the remnant of Jacob will be among the nations, among many peoples, like a lion among animals of the forest, like a young lion among flocks of sheep, which tramples and tears as it passes through, and there is no one to rescue them. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then the remnant of Jacob will be among the nations, among many peoples, like a lion among animals of the forest, like a young lion among flocks of sheep, which tramples and tears as it passes through, and there is no one to rescue them. American Standard Version And the remnant of Jacob shall be among the nations, in the midst of many peoples, as a lion among the beasts of the forest, as a young lion among the flocks of sheep; who, if he go through, treadeth down and teareth in pieces, and there is none to deliver. Contemporary English Version At present they are scattered, but later they will attack, as though they were fierce lions pouncing on sheep. Their enemies will be torn to shreds, with no one to save them; English Revised Version And the remnant of Jacob shall be among the nations, in the midst of many peoples, as a lion among the beasts of the forest, as a young lion among the flocks of sheep: who, if he go through, treadeth down and teareth in pieces, and there is none to deliver. GOD'S WORD® Translation The few people left from Jacob will be among the nations, among many people. They will be like a lion among animals in the forest, like a young lion among flocks of sheep. When a lion hunts, it tramples [its victims] and tears [them] to pieces, and there is no one to rescue them. Good News Translation Those who are left among the nations will be like a lion hunting for food in a forest or a pasture: it gets in among the sheep, pounces on them, and tears them to pieces--and there is no hope of rescue. International Standard Version The survivors of Jacob will live among the nations; they will live among many peoples, like a lion among flocks of sheep, who, if he passes through, will trample and tear down with no one to deliver. NET Bible Those survivors from Jacob will live among the nations, in the midst of many peoples. They will be like a lion among the animals of the forest, like a young lion among the flocks of sheep, which attacks when it passes through; it rips its prey and there is no one to stop it. New Heart English Bible The remnant of Jacob will be among the nations, in the midst of many peoples, like a lion among the animals of the forest, like a young lion among the flocks of sheep; who, if he goes through, treads down and tears in pieces, and there is no one to deliver. Webster's Bible Translation 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 goeth through, both treadeth down, and teareth in pieces, and none can deliver. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen the remnant of Jacob will be among the nations, in the midst of many peoples, like a lion among the beasts of the forest, like a young lion among flocks of sheep, which tramples and tears as it passes through, with no one to rescue them. World English Bible The remnant of Jacob will be among the nations, among many peoples, like a lion among the animals of the forest, like a young lion among the flocks of sheep; who, if he goes through, treads down and tears in pieces, and there is no one to deliver. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionIndeed, the remnant of Jacob has been among nations, "" In the midst of many peoples, "" As a lion among beasts of a forest, "" As a young lion among ranks of a flock, "" Which if it has passed through, "" Has both trodden down and has torn, "" And there is no deliverer. Berean Literal Bible And the remnant of Jacob will be among the nations in the midst of many peoples, like a lion among the beasts of the forest, like a young lion among flocks of sheep, who, if he passes through, both treads down and tears to pieces, and there is no one delivering. Young's Literal Translation Yea, the remnant of Jacob hath been among nations, In the midst of many peoples, As a lion among beasts of a forest, As a young lion among ranks of a flock, Which if it hath passed through, Hath both trodden down and hath torn, And there is no deliverer. Smith's Literal Translation And the remnant of Jacob was among the nations in the midst of many peoples as a lion among the beasts of the forest, as a young lion among the flocks of sheep: who, if he passed through, and he trod down and pulled in pieces, and none delivering. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the remnant of Jacob shall be among the Gentiles in the midst of many peoples as a lion among the beasts of the forests, and as a young lion among the docks of sheep: who when he shall go through and tread down, and take, there is none to deliver. Catholic Public Domain Version And there will be a remnant of Jacob within the Gentiles, in the midst of many peoples, like a lion among the beasts of the forests, and like a young lion among the flocks of sheep, who, when he will pass through and trample down and seize, there is none who can rescue. New American Bible And the remnant of Jacob shall be among the nations, in the midst of many peoples, Like a lion among beasts of the forest, like a young lion among flocks of sheep; When it passes through it tramples; it tears and no one can rescue. New Revised Standard Version And among the nations the remnant of Jacob, surrounded by many peoples, shall be like a lion among the animals of the forest, like a young lion among the flocks of sheep, which, when it goes through, treads down and tears in pieces, with no one to deliver. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the remnant of Jacob shall be among the Gentiles in the midst of many nations as a lion among the beasts of the forest, as a young lion among the flocks of sheep, who, when he selects his prey, cuts and tears in pieces, and there is none to deliver. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the remnant of Yaqob will be among the people among the many nations, as a lion among domestic animals of sheep, and like a whelp of a lion in a flock of sheep which when he selects and has cut it off, he tears it apart and there is none who will deliver OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the remnant of Jacob shall be among the nations, in the midst of many peoples, As a lion among the beasts of the forest, As a young lion among the flocks of sheep, Who, if he go through, treadeth down and teareth in pieces, And there is none to deliver. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the remnant of Jacob shall be among the Gentiles in the midst of many nations, as a lion in the forest among cattle, and as a lion's whelp among the flocks of sheep, even as when he goes through, and selects, and carries off his prey, and there is none to deliver. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Remnant of Jacob7Then the remnant of Jacob will be in the midst of many peoples like dew from the LORD, like showers on the grass, which do not wait for man or linger for mankind. 8Then the remnant of Jacob will be among the nations, in the midst of many peoples, like a lion among the beasts of the forest, like a young lion among flocks of sheep, which tramples and tears as it passes through, with no one to rescue them. 9Your hand will be lifted over your foes, and all your enemies will be cut off.… Cross References Then the remnant of Jacob will be among the nations Hosea 9:17 My God will reject them because they have not obeyed Him; and they shall be wanderers among the nations. Deuteronomy 28:64 Then the LORD will scatter you among all the nations, from one end of the earth to the other, and there you will worship other gods, gods of wood and stone, which neither you nor your fathers have known. Isaiah 10:20-22 On that day the remnant of Israel and the survivors of the house of Jacob will no longer depend on him who struck them, but they will truly rely on the LORD, the Holy One of Israel. / A remnant will return—a remnant of Jacob—to the Mighty God. / Though your people, O Israel, be like the sand of the sea, only a remnant will return. Destruction has been decreed, overflowing with righteousness. in the midst of many peoples Ezekiel 5:5 This is what the Lord GOD says: ‘This is Jerusalem, which I have set in the center of the nations, with countries all around her. Deuteronomy 4:27-28 Then the LORD will scatter you among the peoples, and only a few of you will survive among the nations to which the LORD will drive you. / And there you will serve man-made gods of wood and stone, which cannot see or hear or eat or smell. like a lion among the beasts of the forest Jeremiah 5:6 Therefore a lion from the forest will strike them down, a wolf from the desert will ravage them. A leopard will lie in wait near their cities, and everyone who ventures out will be torn to pieces. For their rebellious acts are many, and their unfaithful deeds are numerous. Numbers 23:24 Behold, the people rise like a lioness; they rouse themselves like a lion, not resting until they devour their prey and drink the blood of the slain.” Ezekiel 19:2-3 and say: ‘What was your mother? A lioness among the lions! She lay down among the young lions; she reared her cubs. / She brought up one of her cubs, and he became a young lion. After learning to tear his prey, he devoured men. like a young lion among flocks of sheep 1 Samuel 17:34-35 David replied, “Your servant has been tending his father’s sheep, and whenever a lion or a bear came and carried off a lamb from the flock, / I went after it, struck it down, and delivered the lamb from its mouth. If it reared up against me, I would grab it by its fur, strike it down, and kill it. Ezekiel 19:6-7 He prowled among the lions, and became a young lion. After learning to tear his prey, he devoured men. / He broke down their strongholds and devastated their cities. The land and everything in it shuddered at the sound of his roaring. Amos 3:12 This is what the LORD says: “As the shepherd snatches from the mouth of the lion two legs or a piece of an ear, so the Israelites dwelling in Samaria will be rescued having just the corner of a bed or the cushion of a couch. which tramples and tears as it passes through Hosea 13:7-8 So like a lion I will pounce on them; like a leopard I will lurk by the path. / Like a bear robbed of her cubs I will attack them, and I will tear open their chests. There I will devour them like a lion, like a wild beast tearing them apart. Nahum 2:11-13 Where is the lions’ lair or the feeding ground of the young lions, where the lion and lioness prowled with their cubs, with nothing to frighten them away? / The lion mauled enough for its cubs and strangled prey for the lioness. It filled its dens with the kill, and its lairs with mauled prey. / “Behold, I am against you,” declares the LORD of Hosts. “I will reduce your chariots to cinders, and the sword will devour your young lions. I will cut off your prey from the earth, and the voices of your messengers will no longer be heard.” Daniel 7:23 This is what he said: ‘The fourth beast is a fourth kingdom that will appear on the earth, different from all the other kingdoms, and it will devour the whole earth, trample it down, and crush it. with no one to rescue them Hosea 5:14 For I am like a lion to Ephraim and like a young lion to the house of Judah. I, even I, will tear them to pieces and then go away. I will carry them off where no one can rescue them. Deuteronomy 32:39 See now that I am He; there is no God besides Me. I bring death and I give life; I wound and I heal, and there is no one who can deliver from My hand. Treasury of Scripture And the remnant of Jacob shall be among the Gentiles in the middle 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 treads down, and tears in pieces, and none can deliver. as a lion. Micah 4:13 Arise and thresh, O daughter of Zion: for I will make thine horn iron, and I will make thy hoofs brass: and thou shalt beat in pieces many people: and I will consecrate their gain unto the LORD, and their substance unto the Lord of the whole earth. Psalm 2:8-12 Ask of me, and I shall give thee the heathen for thine inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the earth for thy possession… Psalm 110:5,6 The Lord at thy right hand shall strike through kings in the day of his wrath… sheep. Psalm 50:22 Now consider this, ye that forget God, lest I tear you in pieces, and there be none to deliver. Hebrews 2:3 How shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation; which at the first began to be spoken by the Lord, and was confirmed unto us by them that heard him; Hebrews 12:25 See that ye refuse not him that speaketh. For if they escaped not who refused him that spake on earth, much more shall not we escape, if we turn away from him that speaketh from heaven: Jump to Previous Animals Beasts Deliver Flocks Forest Gentiles Goes Jacob Lion Midst Nations Peoples Pieces Remnant Sheep Teareth Tears Treadeth Treads YoungJump to Next Animals Beasts Deliver Flocks Forest Gentiles Goes Jacob Lion Midst Nations Peoples Pieces Remnant Sheep Teareth Tears Treadeth Treads YoungMicah 5 1. The birth of Christ.4. His kingdom. 8. His conquest. Then the remnant of Jacob will be among the nations The "remnant of Jacob" refers to the faithful portion of Israel that survives judgment and exile. This concept of a remnant is a recurring theme in the Old Testament, emphasizing God's preservation of a faithful group despite widespread unfaithfulness. The presence "among the nations" suggests dispersion due to exile, yet it also implies influence and a divine purpose for Israel among the Gentiles. This dispersion can be seen historically during the Assyrian and Babylonian exiles. in the midst of many peoples like a lion among the beasts of the forest like a young lion among flocks of sheep which tramples and tears as it passes through with no one to rescue them Persons / Places / Events 1. Remnant of JacobRefers to the faithful portion of Israel that remains after judgment. This remnant is often seen as a symbol of hope and restoration. 2. Nations Represents the Gentile nations surrounding Israel. The remnant's presence among them signifies influence and impact. 3. Lion Symbolizes strength, power, and dominance. The lion imagery conveys the authority and fearlessness of the remnant. 4. Beasts of the Forest Represents the nations or peoples among whom the remnant will dwell. The forest is a metaphor for the world. 5. Flocks of Sheep Symbolizes vulnerability and defenselessness, contrasting with the lion's power. Teaching Points The Power of the RemnantThe remnant of Jacob is not just a surviving group but a powerful force among the nations. This teaches us that God can use a faithful few to accomplish His purposes. Influence Among the Nations Believers are called to be a transformative presence in the world, much like the remnant among the nations. Our lives should reflect Christ's power and love. Strength in God The lion imagery reminds us that our strength comes from God. We are called to be bold and courageous in our faith, trusting in His power. Judgment and Restoration The passage highlights both judgment and the hope of restoration. It encourages us to remain faithful, knowing that God will ultimately restore and vindicate His people. Living as a Witness Just as the remnant is a witness among the nations, we are called to live as witnesses of Christ's love and truth in our communities. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Micah 5:8?2. How can Micah 5:8 inspire Christians to be bold in their faith today? 3. What does Micah 5:8 reveal about God's power and protection over His people? 4. How does Micah 5:8 connect to God's promises in Genesis 12:2-3? 5. In what ways can believers act as "a lion among the beasts"? 6. How can Micah 5:8 encourage Christians to influence their communities positively? 7. How does Micah 5:8 relate to the concept of divine justice? 8. What historical context influences the interpretation of Micah 5:8? 9. How does Micah 5:8 reflect God's relationship with Israel? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Micah 5? 11. Who were the believers in the Old Testament? 12. Micah 5:7-9 describes the 'remnant of Jacob' as invincible among nations. Where is the archaeological or historical proof of such dominance beyond the biblical narrative? 13. (1 Peter 5:8) How can the devil 'prowl around like a roaring lion' in a literal sense if many see Satan as a purely spiritual concept? 14. How do we reconcile the severity of God's threats in Micah 2 against claims of divine mercy elsewhere in the Bible? What Does Micah 5:8 Mean Then the remnant of Jacob“Then the remnant of Jacob…” (Micah 5:8) • God always preserves a remnant—those who remain faithful when many fall away (Isaiah 10:20-22; Romans 11:5). • The promise follows the prophecy of Messiah’s birth (Micah 5:2), showing that after the coming of Christ, the faithful Jewish remnant will still have a role in God’s plan. • This verse points forward to a future moment when that remnant is no longer oppressed but empowered. Will be among the nations, in the midst of many peoples “…will be among the nations, in the midst of many peoples…” • Scattering began with the Exile and continued after A.D. 70; yet even in dispersion God watches over His people (Deuteronomy 30:3; Ezekiel 36:24). • The wording anticipates a day when their presence in many lands becomes a means of divine influence rather than vulnerability (Zechariah 8:13, 23). • Believers today can take courage: being “in the midst” of the world is part of God’s strategy, not an accident (Matthew 5:13-16). Like a lion among the beasts of the forest “…like a lion among the beasts of the forest…” • A lion needs no permission to act; it rules by nature (Numbers 23:24; Genesis 49:9). • The image shifts Israel from prey to predator—symbolizing restored authority under their Messiah-King (Revelation 5:5). • It also foreshadows God’s ultimate vindication of His covenant people (Jeremiah 30:8-9). Like a young lion among flocks of sheep “…like a young lion among flocks of sheep…” • Sheep symbolize defenseless nations; the “young lion” underscores vigor and fearlessness (Psalm 104:21). • The contrast highlights how decisively God will act through His remnant; resistance will be futile (Zechariah 12:6). • David’s youthful victories over lions and bears (1 Samuel 17:34-36) illustrate how God equips His own to prevail. Which tramples and tears as it passes through “…which tramples and tears as it passes through…” • The judgment will be swift and unstoppable (Isaiah 41:15-16). • “Passes through” echoes the Passover theme—this time Israel is the agent, not merely the survivor (Exodus 12:12-13). • God’s righteousness sometimes requires forceful intervention; grace and judgment are never at odds within His character (Psalm 101:1). With no one to rescue them “…with no one to rescue them.” • When God decrees judgment, human alliances crumble (Deuteronomy 32:36-39; Jeremiah 30:14). • The phrase reassures the faithful that opposition to God’s purpose is ultimately powerless (Psalm 2:1-6). • It also warns unbelieving nations: mercy is available now, but a day comes when rescue is impossible (2 Corinthians 6:2). summary Micah 5:8 pictures the faithful Jewish remnant, scattered yet protected, rising to a position of irresistible strength under Messiah’s rule. Once prey, they become lion-like—an instrument of God’s righteous judgment among the nations. The passage assures believers that God keeps His promises, preserves His people, and will one day overturn every power that resists His kingdom. (8) As a lion among the beasts of the forest.--There is righteous wrath as well as all-embracing mercy with God. Christ, whose graciousness is likened to the dew, and His gentleness to the lamb, is at the same time the Lion of the tribe of Judah. At the opening of the "sixth seal" the kings of the earth and great men are represented as in extreme terror at "the wrath of the Lamb" (Revelation 6:16).Verse 8. - Secondly, Israel shall be a terrible power among the nations, and invincible in strength. ("Nova theocratica agit suaviter et fortiter" (Knabenbauer). As a lion. The Lamb of God is also the Lion of the tribe of Judah (Revelation 5:5; Numbers 23:24), and he "is set for the fall and rising again of many" (Luke 2:34). In his irresistible strength Israel shall overcome all enemies. So Judas Maccabaeus is compared to a lion (1 Macc. 3:4).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Then the remnantשְׁאֵרִ֨ית (šə·’ê·rîṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 7611: Rest, residue, remnant, remainder of Jacob יַעֲקֹ֜ב (ya·‘ă·qōḇ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3290: Jacob -- a son of Isaac, also his desc will be וְהָיָה֩ (wə·hā·yāh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be among the nations, בַּגּוֹיִ֗ם (bag·gō·w·yim) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1471: A foreign nation, a Gentile, a troop of animals, a flight of locusts in the midst בְּקֶ֙רֶב֙ (bə·qe·reḇ) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7130: The nearest part, the center of many רַבִּ֔ים (rab·bîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 7227: Much, many, great peoples, עַמִּ֣ים (‘am·mîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock like a lion כְּאַרְיֵה֙ (kə·’ar·yêh) Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 738: A lion among the beasts בְּבַהֲמ֣וֹת (bə·ḇa·hă·mō·wṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 929: A dumb beast, any large quadruped, animal of the forest, יַ֔עַר (ya·‘ar) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3293: A copse of bushes, a forest, honey in the comb like a young lion כִּכְפִ֖יר (kiḵ·p̄îr) Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3715: A village, a young lion among flocks בְּעֶדְרֵי (bə·‘eḏ·rê-) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 5739: An arrangement, muster of sheep, צֹ֑אן (ṣōn) Noun - common singular Strong's 6629: Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock which אֲשֶׁ֧ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that tramples וְרָמַ֥ס (wə·rā·mas) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7429: To tread upon and tears וְטָרַ֖ף (wə·ṭā·rap̄) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2963: To pluck off, pull to pieces, to supply with food as אִם (’im) Conjunction Strong's 518: Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not it passes through, עָבַ֛ר (‘ā·ḇar) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5674: To pass over, through, or by, pass on with no וְאֵ֥ין (wə·’ên) Conjunctive waw | Adverb Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle one to rescue them. מַצִּֽיל׃ (maṣ·ṣîl) Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 5337: To strip, plunder, deliver oneself, be delivered, snatch away, deliver Links Micah 5:8 NIVMicah 5:8 NLT Micah 5:8 ESV Micah 5:8 NASB Micah 5:8 KJV Micah 5:8 BibleApps.com Micah 5:8 Biblia Paralela Micah 5:8 Chinese Bible Micah 5:8 French Bible Micah 5:8 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Micah 5:8 The remnant of Jacob will be among (Mc Mic. 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