Micah 4:7

And I will make her that halted a remnant, and her that was cast far off a strong nation: and the LORD shall reign over them in mount Zion from henceforth, even for ever.

And I will make {H7760} her that halted {H6760} a remnant {H7611}, and her that was cast far off {H1972} a strong {H6099} nation {H1471}: and the LORD {H3068} shall reign {H4427} over them in mount {H2022} Zion {H6726} from henceforth, even for {H5704} ever {H5769}.

I will make the lame a remnant and those who were driven off a strong nation." ADONAI will rule them on Mount Tziyon from that time forth and forever.

And I will make the lame into a remnant, and the outcast into a strong nation. Then the LORD will rule over them in Mount Zion from that day and forever.

and I will make that which was lame a remnant, and that which was cast far off a strong nation: and Jehovah will reign over them in mount Zion from henceforth even for ever.

Micah 4:7 stands as a powerful promise of restoration and divine sovereignty amidst prophecies of judgment and future glory. This verse paints a picture of God's unwavering faithfulness to His people, even those who have fallen into weakness or been scattered.

Context

Micah 4:7 is part of a significant prophetic section (Micah 4:1-5:15) that shifts from severe judgment against Judah and Israel to glorious promises of restoration and future blessing. Following pronouncements of Jerusalem's desolation (Micah 3:12), this verse offers a powerful vision of God's redemptive plan for His people. It builds upon the promise of the Lord's house being established on the mountain of the Lord in the "latter days" as described in Micah 4:1, envisioning a future where God's kingdom reigns supreme and brings peace to the nations.

Key Themes

  • Divine Restoration: The verse highlights God's active role in transforming the weak and scattered. "Her that halted" (representing Israel/Judah, weakened by sin and judgment) and "her that was cast far off" (those exiled and dispersed) will be miraculously restored to strength and national identity. This speaks to God's unwavering commitment to His covenant people, demonstrating His power to heal and gather.
  • The Remnant: A core prophetic concept, the "remnant" emphasizes that while many might fall away or face judgment, God always preserves a faithful core. This surviving group is not just a few individuals but will be supernaturally empowered to become a "strong nation" through divine intervention, fulfilling God's purposes.
  • Eternal Reign of the LORD: The climax of the verse is the declaration that "the LORD shall reign over them in mount Zion from henceforth, even for ever." This points to a future, eternal kingdom where God's sovereignty is fully and visibly established, centered in Jerusalem (Zion). This reign is often understood as the Messianic Kingdom, where Christ rules eternally.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew word for "halted" (צֹלֵעָה, tsole'ah) literally means "limping" or "lame," vividly portraying the weakness, brokenness, or spiritual infirmity of the people. This imagery underscores their inability to stand on their own. The term "remnant" (שְׁאֵרִית, she'erith) is a significant theological concept throughout the Old Testament, denoting a preserved and purified portion of God's people, chosen for His purposes. "Cast far off" (הַמֻּדָּחָה, hammudachah) implies being driven away or expelled, underscoring the severity of their dispersion before God's powerful act of restoration.

Related Scriptures

  • The concept of a faithful "remnant" is found throughout prophetic literature, such as in Isaiah 10:21 and further developed by Paul in Romans 9:27, highlighting God's selective preservation.
  • The promise of God's eternal reign from Mount Zion echoes prophecies in Isaiah 2:2-4, which also describes nations flowing to Zion for instruction and peace under God's rule.
  • The transformation into a "strong nation" under God's rule aligns with the vision of future peace and prosperity in Micah 4:3, where instruments of war are turned into tools for agriculture, signifying lasting peace.
  • The theme of gathering the scattered is also seen in Jeremiah 31:10.

Practical Application

Micah 4:7 offers profound hope and assurance for believers today. It reminds us that:

  • God is a Restorer: No matter how broken, weak, or "cast off" we may feel in life, God has the power and desire to heal, strengthen, and restore us. Our past failures or present struggles do not negate His ability to make us "strong" for His purposes.
  • God's Promises are Sure: The enduring reign of the Lord, particularly through Christ, is a foundational truth of Scripture. This verse points to the ultimate victory of God's kingdom and the establishment of His perfect rule, providing confidence in His ultimate plan for history and humanity.
  • Hope in Adversity: Even in times of personal or collective suffering, judgment, or spiritual scattering, there is a promise of divine preservation and future glory. This encourages perseverance and faith, knowing that God's purposes will prevail "from henceforth, even for ever."
Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Micah 7:18

    Who [is] a God like unto thee, that pardoneth iniquity, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage? he retaineth not his anger for ever, because he delighteth [in] mercy.

  • Isaiah 24:23

    Then the moon shall be confounded, and the sun ashamed, when the LORD of hosts shall reign in mount Zion, and in Jerusalem, and before his ancients gloriously.

  • Daniel 7:14

    And there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom, that all people, nations, and languages, should serve him: his dominion [is] an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom [that] which shall not be destroyed.

  • Micah 5:7

    ¶ And the remnant of Jacob shall be in the midst of many people as a dew from the LORD, as the showers upon the grass, that tarrieth not for man, nor waiteth for the sons of men.

  • 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.

  • Luke 1:33

    And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end.

  • Micah 2:12

    ¶ I will surely assemble, O Jacob, all of thee; I will surely gather the remnant of Israel; I will put them together as the sheep of Bozrah, as the flock in the midst of their fold: they shall make great noise by reason of [the multitude of] men.
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