1. et in novissimo dierum erit mons domus Domini præparatus in vertice montium et sublimis super colles et fluent ad eum populi
2. et properabunt gentes multæ et dicent venite ascendamus ad montem Domini et ad domum Dei Jacob et docebit nos de viis suis et ibimus in semitis ejus quia de Sion egredietur lex et verbum Domini de Hierusalem
3. et judicabit inter populos multos et corripiet gentes fortes usque in longinquum et concident gladios suos in vomeres et hastas suas in ligones non sumet gens adversus gentem gladium et non discent ultra belligerare
4. et sedebit vir subtus vineam suam et subtus ficum suam et non erit qui deterreat quia os Domini exercituum locutum est
5. quia omnes populi ambulabunt unusquisque in nomine dei sui nos autem ambulabimus in nomine Domini Dei nostri in æternum et ultra
6. in die illa dicit Dominus congregabo claudicantem et eam quam ejeceram colligam et quam adflixeram
7. et ponam claudicantem in reliquias et eam quæ laboraverat in gentem robustam et regnabit Dominus super eos in monte Sion ex hoc nunc et usque in æternum
8. et tu turris Gregis nebulosa filiæ Sion usque ad te veniet et veniet potestas prima regnum filiæ Hierusalem
9. nunc quare mærore contraheris numquid rex non est tibi aut consiliarius tuus periit quia conprehendit te dolor sicut parturientem
10. dole et satage filia Sion quasi parturiens quia nunc egredieris de civitate et habitabis in regione et venies usque ad Babylonem ibi liberaberis ibi redimet te Dominus de manu inimicorum tuorum
11. et nunc congregatæ sunt super te gentes multæ quæ dicunt lapidetur et aspiciat in Sion oculus noster
12. ipsi autem non cognoverunt cogitationes Domini et non intellexerunt consilium ejus quia congregavit eos quasi fænum areæ
13. surge et tritura filia Sion quia cornu tuum ponam ferreum et ungulas tuas ponam æreas et comminues populos multos et interficiam Domino rapinas eorum et fortitudinem eorum Domino universæ terræ
Footnotes:
4:1-2 - Micah gives a prophecy of hope, describing a time when the mountains will be exalted and the nations will come to Jerusalem to worship God. This symbolizes the future peace and reign of God over all nations (see also Isaiah 2:2-4 and Zechariah 8:20-23).
4:3-4 - The peace God will bring to His people is symbolized by the prosperity and security of each person. This is a picture of the Kingdom of God, where violence and oppression will have no place (see also Isaiah 11:6-9 and Revelation 21:1-4).
4:5-7 - Micah prophesies that God will gather His remnant and restore prosperity to Israel, a contrast to their present suffering. The faithful remnant will be the foundation of the new Jerusalem, symbolizing God's faithfulness to His people (see also Isaiah 10:20-22 and Romans 11:5).
4:8 - The prophecy speaks of the exaltation of the "tower Zion," which represents the center of divine government and the future restored Jerusalem. This symbolizes the establishment of God's Kingdom in its full form (see also Isaiah 60:14 and Revelation 21:10-14).
4:9-13 - Despite the present difficulties, Micah prophesies that restoration will be assured by God. Even in times of suffering, He will strengthen Israel, symbolizing His sovereignty and the triumph of good over evil (see also Isaiah 54:7-10 and Romans 8:18-23).
Verses related to Prophetia Michaeae, 4:
Micah chapter 4 paints a picture of hope and future restoration. What vision does God offer for His people? This inspiring text prophesies a time of universal peace, true worship, and the exaltation of Jerusalem. Micah proclaims God's sovereignty over all nations and His compassion for the afflicted. The chapter also addresses the Babylonian exile and the promise of liberation, revealing God's redemptive plan. Consider with us five biblical passages that amplify the hopeful themes of this visionary chapter.
Isaiah 2:2-3: "In the last days the mountain of the Lord's temple will be established as the main one; He will be lifted up above the hills, and all the nations will run to him. Many people will come and say, 'Come, let us go up to the mountain of the Lord, to the temple of the God of Jacob.'" - This passage is almost identical to Micah 4:1-2, speaking of the future exaltation of Jerusalem.
Joel 3:10: "Beat your plowshares into swords and your sickles into spears. Say the weak: I am strong!" - This verse contrasts with Micah 4:3, where weapons are transformed into instruments of peace.
Zechariah 8:22: "And many powerful peoples and nations will come to Jerusalem to seek the Lord of hosts and beseech his favor." - Like Micah 4:2, Zechariah speaks of nations coming to Jerusalem to seek God.
Jeremiah 31:8: "See, I will bring them from the north country and gather them from the ends of the earth. Among them will be the blind and the lame, pregnant women and women in labor; a large crowd will return." - This verse echoes the promise of reunion and restoration in Micah 4:6-7.
Revelation 21:4: "He will wipe away every tear from your eyes. There will be no more death, nor sadness, nor crying, nor pain, for the old order has passed away." - This vision of God's future kingdom reflects the peace and security promised in Micah 4:3-4.
FAQ:
What does Micah prophesy about the future of Jerusalem?
Micah prophesies that in the future, Jerusalem will be exalted as the center of worship and righteousness, where the nations will seek God's peace and truth. (Micah 4:1-3)
How does Micah describe the peace that will come with God's kingdom?
Micah describes a time of peace where weapons will be transformed into tools of cultivation, and nations will live in harmony under God's leadership. (Micah 4:3-4)
What does Micah say about the reign of the Messiah in Micah 4?
Micah prophesies the reign of the Messiah, who will bring peace and justice, ruling wisely, and restoring order to the world. (Micah 4:7-8)
What does the promise of deliverance mean for the remnant of Israel?
The promise of deliverance refers to the restoration of the people of Israel, who will be freed from their oppressors and restored under God's leadership. (Micah 4:10)
How does Micah describe the hope for Israel's future?
Micah describes that although the people will face hardship, God will restore them and give them victory over their enemies. (Micah 4:6-7)
