Micah 1:5 NIV

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Micah 1:1-7

Here is, I. A general account of this prophet and his prophecy, Mic. 1:1. This is prefixed for the satisfaction of all that read and hear the prophecy of this book, who will give the more credit to it when they know the author and his authority. 1. The prophecy is the word of the Lord; it is a divine revelation. Note, What is written in the Bible, and what is preached by the ministers of Christ according to what is written there, must be heard and received, not as the word of dying men, which... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Micah 1:5

For the transgression of Jacob is all this, and for the sins of the house of Israel ,.... All this evil, all these calamities and judgments, signified by the above metaphorical phrases, these did not come by chance, nor without, reason; but were or would be inflicted, according to the righteous judgment of God, upon the people of Israel and Judah, for their manifold sins and transgressions, especially their idolatry: and should it be asked, what is the transgression of Jacob ? what... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Micah 1:5

What is the transgression of Jacob? - Is it not something extremely grievous? Is it not that of Samaria? Samaria and Jerusalem, the chief cities, are infected with idolatry. Each has its high places, and its idol worship, in opposition to the worship of the true God. That there was idolatry practiced by the elders of Israel, even in the temple of Jehovah, see Ezekiel 8:1 , etc. As the royal cities in both kingdoms gave the example of gross idolatry, no wonder that it spread through the... read more

John Calvin

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Micah 1:5

Verse 5 The Prophet teaches, in this verse, that God is not angry for nothing; though when he appears rigid, men expostulate with him, and clamor as though he were cruel. That men may, therefore, acknowledge that God is a just judge, and that he never exceeds moderation in punishments, the Prophet here distinctly states that there was a just cause, why God denounced so dreadful a judgment on his chosen people, — even because not only a part of the people, but the whole body had, through their... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Micah 1:2-7

The Divine judgments against Israel. Micah was a prophet of Judah, and had special reference in his prophecy to that kingdom. Still, he referred also to the kingdom of Israel. In these verses he directed attention to the tribulations speedily to come upon the kingdom of Israel; and, whilst his words have reference to "the dead past," they suggest lessons for all times. Consider— I. THE DIVINE JUDGMENTS AGAINST THE KINGDOM OF ISRAEL AS HERB PREDICTED . Note: 1 ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Micah 1:3-7

God's procedure in relation to sin. "For, behold, the Lord cometh forth out of his place, and will come down, and tread upon the high places of the earth," etc. This is a highly figurative and sublime representation of the Almighty in his retributive work, especially in relation to Samaria and Jerusalem. He is represented as leaving his holy temple, coming out of his place, and marching with overwhelming grandeur over the high places of the earth, to deal out punishment to the wicked.... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Micah 1:5

The prophet shows the cause of this punishment. Transgression ; better, apostasy, which the people's trangression really was. Jacob . Here the ten tribes and Judah—the whole of the covenant people. In the latter part of the verse the term includes only the ten tribes, called often Israel or Ephraim. All this. The manifestation of God's power and wrath described in Micah 1:3 and Micah 1:4 . The house of Israel. The ten tribes. Is it not Samaria? She is naught but sin. He names... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Micah 1:5

Sins in the metropolis. God's interposition by judgment is threatened on account of the nation's sins. The greatness of their privileges involved special responsibilities and chastisements ( Amos 3:2 ). These sins are traced to their sources in the capitals of the two kingdoms. A metropolis is a centre of influence for good or for evil. This may be illustrated by the histories of both the Hebrew kingdoms. The northern kingdom had in succession three capitals: I. THE ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Micah 1:5-7

§ 2. Judgment is denounced on Israel for its sin. read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Micah 1:5

For the transgression of Jacob is all this - Not for any change of purpose in God; nor, again, as the effect of man’s lust of conquest. None could have any power against God’s people, unless it had been given him by God. Those mighty monarchies of old existed but as God’s instruments, especially toward His own people. God said at this time of Assyria Isaiah 10:5, Asshur rod of Mine anger, and the staff in his hand is Mine indignation; and Isaiah 37:26, Now have I brought it to pass, that thou... read more

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Micah 1:1-7

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Micah 1:5

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Micah 1:5

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Micah 1:5

The Pulpit Commentary - Micah 1:2-7

The Pulpit Commentary - Micah 1:3-7

The Pulpit Commentary - Micah 1:5

The Pulpit Commentary - Micah 1:5

The Pulpit Commentary - Micah 1:5-7

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Micah 1:5

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