Micah 6:3
Micah 6:3 in Multiple Translations
‘My people, what have I done to you? Testify against Me how I have wearied you!
O my people, what have I done unto thee? and wherein have I wearied thee? testify against me.
O my people, what have I done unto thee? and wherein have I wearied thee? testify against me.
O my people, what have I done to you? how have I been a weariness to you? give answer against me.
My people, what have I done to you? What is it that I have done to make you tired of me?
O my people, what haue I done vnto thee? or wherin haue I grieued thee? testifie against me.
O My people, what have I done to thee? And what — have I wearied thee? Testify against Me.
My people, what have I done to you? How have I burdened you? Answer me!
O my people, what have I done to thee? and wherein have I wearied thee? testify against me,
O my people, what have I done to thee, or in what have I molested thee? answer thou me.
My people, what have I done to cause trouble for you [RHQ]? What have I done to cause you to experience difficulties? Answer me!
Berean Amplified Bible — Micah 6:3
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Micah 6:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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עַמִּ֛/י
מֶה
עָשִׂ֥יתִי
לְ/ךָ֖
וּ/מָ֣ה
הֶלְאֵתִ֑י/ךָ
עֲנֵ֥ה
בִּֽ/י
עַמִּ֛/י
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
N-ms | Suff
מֶה
mâh
H4100
what?
Part
עָשִׂ֥יתִי
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
לְ/ךָ֖
Prep | Suff
וּ/מָ֣ה
mâh
H4100
what?
Conj | Part
הֶלְאֵתִ֑י/ךָ
lâʼâh
H3811
be weary
V-Hiphil-Perf-1cs | Suff
עֲנֵ֥ה
ʻânâh
H6030
to dwell
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
בִּֽ/י
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Micah 6:3
עַמִּ֛/י
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
N-ms | Suff
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
מֶה
mâh
H4100
"what?"
Part
This Hebrew word means what or how, often used to ask questions or express surprise, like in Genesis when God asks Adam what he has done. It can also mean why or when, and is used in various ways throughout the Old Testament. It appears in many KJV translations, including how or what.
Definition: interr pron 1) what, how, of what kind 1a) (interrogative) 1a1) what? 1a2) of what kind 1a3) what? (rhetorical) 1a4) whatsoever, whatever, what 1b) (adverb) 1b1) how, how now 1b2) why 1b3) how! (exclamation) 1c) (with prep) 1c1) wherein?, whereby?, wherewith?, by what means? 1c2) because of what? 1c3) the like of what? 1c3a) how much?, how many?, how often? 1c3b) for how long? 1c4) for what reason?, why?, to what purpose? 1c5) until when?, how long?, upon what?, wherefore? indef pron 2) anything, aught, what may
Usage: Occurs in 655 OT verses. KJV: how (long, oft, (-soever)), (no-) thing, what (end, good, purpose, thing), whereby(-fore, -in, -to, -with), (for) why. See also: Genesis 2:19; Numbers 21:5; 1 Samuel 19:5.
עָשִׂ֥יתִי
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
לְ/ךָ֖
""
Prep | Suff
וּ/מָ֣ה
mâh
H4100
"what?"
Conj | Part
This Hebrew word means what or how, often used to ask questions or express surprise, like in Genesis when God asks Adam what he has done. It can also mean why or when, and is used in various ways throughout the Old Testament. It appears in many KJV translations, including how or what.
Definition: interr pron 1) what, how, of what kind 1a) (interrogative) 1a1) what? 1a2) of what kind 1a3) what? (rhetorical) 1a4) whatsoever, whatever, what 1b) (adverb) 1b1) how, how now 1b2) why 1b3) how! (exclamation) 1c) (with prep) 1c1) wherein?, whereby?, wherewith?, by what means? 1c2) because of what? 1c3) the like of what? 1c3a) how much?, how many?, how often? 1c3b) for how long? 1c4) for what reason?, why?, to what purpose? 1c5) until when?, how long?, upon what?, wherefore? indef pron 2) anything, aught, what may
Usage: Occurs in 655 OT verses. KJV: how (long, oft, (-soever)), (no-) thing, what (end, good, purpose, thing), whereby(-fore, -in, -to, -with), (for) why. See also: Genesis 2:19; Numbers 21:5; 1 Samuel 19:5.
הֶלְאֵתִ֑י/ךָ
lâʼâh
H3811
"be weary"
V-Hiphil-Perf-1cs | Suff
Means to be or make weary, disgusted, or tired, like in Psalm 6:8 where David is weary of crying. It can also mean to be impatient or grieved.
Definition: 1) to be weary, be impatient, be grieved, be offended 1a) (Qal) to be weary, be impatient 1b) (Niphal) to be tired of something, weary oneself 1c) (Hiphil) to weary, make weary, exhaust
Usage: Occurs in 18 OT verses. KJV: faint, grieve, lothe, (be, make) weary (selves). See also: Genesis 19:11; Isaiah 16:12; Psalms 68:10.
עֲנֵ֥ה
ʻânâh
H6030
"to dwell"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
This verb means to sing or make music, but also to respond or give an answer. In the Bible, it is used to describe praising God in song or responding to a question. The KJV translates it as 'sing' or 'answer'.
Definition: (Qal) to dwell
Usage: Occurs in 316 OT verses. KJV: give account, afflict (by mistake for H6031 (עָנָה)), (cause to, give) answer, bring low (by mistake for H6031 (עָנָה)), cry, hear, Leannoth, lift up, say, [idiom] scholar, (give a) shout, sing (together by course), speak, testify, utter, (bear) witness. See also H1042 (בֵּית עֲנוֹת), H1043 (בֵּית עֲנָת). See also: Genesis 18:27; 2 Samuel 14:19; Job 40:2.
בִּֽ/י
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Prep | Suff
Study Notes — Micah 6:3
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- Context
- Cross References
- Micah 6:3 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Micah 6:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Micah 6:3
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Micah 6:3
- Trapp's Commentary on Micah 6:3
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Micah 6:3
- Cambridge Bible on Micah 6:3
- Barnes' Notes on Micah 6:3
- Whedon's Commentary on Micah 6:3
- Sermons on Micah 6:3
Context — The Case against Israel
1Hear now what the LORD says: “Arise, plead your case before the mountains, and let the hills hear your voice.
2Hear, O mountains, the LORD’s indictment, you enduring foundations of the earth. For the LORD has a case against His people, and He will argue it against Israel:
3‘My people, what have I done to you? Testify against Me how I have wearied you!
4For I brought you up from the land of Egypt and redeemed you from the house of slavery. I sent Moses before you, as well as Aaron and Miriam. 5My people, remember what Balak king of Moab counseled and what Balaam son of Beor answered. Remember your journey from Shittim to Gilgal, so that you may acknowledge the righteousness of the LORD.’”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 2:5 | This is what the LORD says: “What fault did your fathers find in Me that they strayed so far from Me, and followed worthless idols, and became worthless themselves? |
| 2 | Isaiah 43:22–23 | But you have not called on Me, O Jacob, because you have grown weary of Me, O Israel. You have not brought Me sheep for burnt offerings, nor honored Me with your sacrifices. I have not burdened you with offerings, nor wearied you with frankincense. |
| 3 | Psalms 81:13 | If only My people would listen to Me, if Israel would follow My ways, |
| 4 | Jeremiah 2:31 | You people of this generation, consider the word of the LORD: “Have I been a wilderness to Israel or a land of dense darkness? Why do My people say, ‘We are free to roam; we will come to You no more’? |
| 5 | Psalms 50:7 | “Hear, O My people, and I will speak, O Israel, and I will testify against you: I am God, your God. |
| 6 | Micah 6:5 | My people, remember what Balak king of Moab counseled and what Balaam son of Beor answered. Remember your journey from Shittim to Gilgal, so that you may acknowledge the righteousness of the LORD.’” |
| 7 | Romans 3:4–5 | Certainly not! Let God be true and every man a liar. As it is written: “So that You may be proved right when You speak and victorious when You judge.” But if our unrighteousness highlights the righteousness of God, what shall we say? That God is unjust to inflict His wrath on us? I am speaking in human terms. |
| 8 | Romans 3:19 | Now we know that whatever the law says, it says to those who are under the law, so that every mouth may be silenced and the whole world held accountable to God. |
| 9 | Psalms 81:8 | Hear, O My people, and I will warn you: O Israel, if only you would listen to Me! |
| 10 | Psalms 51:4 | Against You, You only, have I sinned and done what is evil in Your sight, so that You may be proved right when You speak and blameless when You judge. |
Micah 6:3 Summary
The Lord is asking His people to think about how they have been treating Him and to consider whether they have any legitimate complaints against Him. He is essentially saying, 'I have done so much for you, and yet you are still not satisfied - what have I done to make you feel this way?' (Psalm 13:1-2). This question is a reminder that God is a loving and faithful Father who desires a deep and personal relationship with us, and that we should carefully examine our attitudes and actions towards Him. By reflecting on this verse, we can gain a deeper understanding of God's character and our relationship with Him, and we can cultivate a greater sense of gratitude and love for all that He has done for us (1 John 3:1, Romans 8:31-39).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lord asking His people to do in Micah 6:3?
The Lord is asking His people to testify against Him, to tell Him how He has wearied them, which is a rhetorical question because He knows they cannot truthfully accuse Him of wrongdoing (Psalm 119:137, Romans 3:4).
Is the Lord truly wearied by His people's actions?
No, the Lord is not wearied by His people's actions in the sense that He is exhausted, but rather He is grieved by their sin and rebellion (Isaiah 63:10, Ephesians 4:30).
What is the significance of the Lord's question in Micah 6:3?
The Lord's question in Micah 6:3 highlights the absurdity of the people's complaints against Him, and it sets the stage for the reminder of His past faithfulness and deliverance in the following verses (Micah 6:4-5, Deuteronomy 32:7).
How does this verse relate to our relationship with God today?
This verse reminds us that God is a faithful and loving Father who desires a deep and personal relationship with us, and that we should carefully examine our complaints and attitudes towards Him (Matthew 7:9-11, 1 John 3:1).
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I have wearied or grieved the Lord in my own life, and how can I make amends?
- How does the Lord's question in Micah 6:3 challenge my perception of God's character and my relationship with Him?
- In what ways have I forgotten or overlooked the Lord's past faithfulness and deliverance in my life, and how can I cultivate a greater sense of gratitude and remembrance?
- How can I apply the principles of Micah 6:3 to my daily life, and what are some practical steps I can take to deepen my relationship with God?
Gill's Exposition on Micah 6:3
O my people,.... These are the words of the Lord himself by the prophet, expressing his strong affection to the people of Israel, of which his goodness to them was a full proof, and this was an
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Micah 6:3
O my people, what have I done unto thee? and wherein have I wearied thee? testify against me. O my people - the greatest aggravation of their sin, that God always treated them, and still treats them, as His people.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Micah 6:3
O, my people; you whole house of Israel, my people chosen in Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, multiplied in Egypt, and by many miracles owned, redeemed, and carried through the wilderness, and settled in the Promised Land. What have I done unto thee? If I have done only good, why art thou weary of me? if thou know any evil I have done, declare it, say what iniquity hast thou found in me, as ,31. Wherein have I wearied thee? what grievous or burdensome impositions, that thou mightest justly groan under? Testify against me; speak, declare, spare not; thou who canst not recount all the good I have done for thee, and who canst not find out one evil I ever did to thee, declare what it is hath caused thee to be weary of me.
Trapp's Commentary on Micah 6:3
Micah 6:3 O my people, what have I done unto thee? and wherein have I wearied thee? testify against me.Ver. 3. O my people, what have I done unto thee?] Or rather, what have I not done to do thee good? "O generation, see ye the word of the Lord," and not hear it only; was ever anything more evidencing and evincing than what I now allege? "Have I been a wilderness unto Israel, a land of darkness?" Jeremiah 2:31. May I not well say unto you, as Themistocles did to his ungrateful countrymen, What? are ye weary of receiving so many benefits from one man? But say, What harm have I ever done you? and wherein have I wearied you, or been troublesome to you? unless it be by daily loading you with lovingkindnesses, Psalms 68:19, and bearing with your provocations? Forgive me that injury, 2 Corinthians 12:13. Testify against me] "Put me in remembrance, let us plead together, declare thou against me, that thou mayest be justified," Isaiah 43:26. See here, first, with what meekness and mildness God proceedeth against sinners: so Isaiah 5:3. Iudicate quaeso.
See, next, that God is content, for our better confliction, to submit his courses unto scanning, and to bring his proceedings with us to a trial before he pass sentence; that "he might be justified when he speaketh, and cleared when he judgeth," Psalms 51:4. Here he wills them to plead the cause with him, as it were at even hand; offering to make answer to whatsoever they could object or lay to his charge. Seipsum quasi reum sistit (Gaulther). He maketh himself the defendant, and bids them put in their bill of complaint against him, freely and without fear. This is stupenda sane dignatio, a wonderful condescension indeed. Should he use martial law against us, and as soon as ever we offend (like Draco) write his laws in blood upon us (as one well saith), it were but just and right. But for him to reason and plead with us about the justice of his cause before he proceeds to judgment, this deserves admiration and acknowledgment in the highest degree. O the depth!
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Micah 6:3
Verse 3. O my people, what have I done unto thee?] They are called to show why God should not pronounce sentence upon them. This condescension is truly astonishing! God appears to humble himself to his creatures. You have acted basely, treacherously, and ungratefully to me; this had already been proved by the prophets. What cause have I given you for such conduct? I have required a religious service from you; but have I wearied you by a fatiguing round of difficult duties? If I have, now testify against me; and you shall be first heard, and your plea received, if it be reasonable and good. They are silent; and God proceeds, and states what he has done for them.
Cambridge Bible on Micah 6:3
3. O my people] Jehovah opens the controversy. He assumes, what is too patent for denial, that Israel has fallen away from his God. wherein have I wearied thee] The requirements of God’s service were not wearisome (as Micah 6:6-7 will show). As long as justice, mercy, and humility are present, Jehovah asks no more. A splendid ceremonial is the luxury of worship, not a necessity.
Barnes' Notes on Micah 6:3
O My people - This one tender word, twice repeated , contains in one a whole volume of reproof.
Whedon's Commentary on Micah 6:3
JEHOVAH AND ISRAEL IN — THE , Micah 6:1 to Micah 7:20.With Micah 6:1, begins a new series of utterances.
Sermons on Micah 6:3
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What Does God Require of You by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding what the Lord requires of believers. He challenges the idea that extravagant offerings or sacrifices can ple |
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Jehovah's Appeal to Sinners and Backsliders by Charles Finney | Charles Finney delivers a powerful sermon addressing the backslidden and unrepentant, urging them to reflect on their relationship with God. He emphasizes God's appeal for honesty, |
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Guide Posts and Warning Signs by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal life verses that have guided him throughout the years. He emphasizes the importance of staying focused on God and seeking a personal |
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Living in Plan A by Teresa Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of holding onto God's word and having a deep relationship with Him. He highlights that many people struggle to grasp and inte |
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There Is a Place With Me by Michael L. Brown | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the book of Jeremiah and God's sense of pain and shock at the actions of His people. The speaker emphasizes the need for personal reflection |
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With or Without God by Matthew Little | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the devotion and departure of Israel. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a genuine and passionate relationship with God, rather tha |
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Parable of the Lost Son Luke 15:11-24 by R.A. Torrey | R.A. Torrey expounds on the Parable of the Lost Son, illustrating the nature of sin as alienation from God and the consequences that follow, such as degradation and hunger. He emph |