Micah 6:8 Meaning
He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?
Context Explained
6Wherewith shall I come before the LORD, and bow myself before the high God? shall I come before him with burnt offerings, with calves of a year old?
7Will the LORD be pleased with thousands of rams, or with ten thousands of rivers of oil? shall I give my firstborn for my transgression, the fruit of my body for the sin of my soul?
8He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?
9The LORD'S voice crieth unto the city, and the man of wisdom shall see thy name: hear ye the rod, and who hath appointed it.
10Are there yet the treasures of wickedness in the house of the wicked, and the scant measure that is abominable?
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 22:37-39
Jesus summarizes the law as loving God and neighbor, reflecting Micah's call to justice and mercy.
James 1:27
James echoes the call to care for others, emphasizing pure religion.
Luke 18:14
The humble attitude in Micah contrasts with the pride of the Pharisee.
Source: Micah 6:8