Micah 6:9

Micah 6:9 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

9Listen! The Lord is calling to the city—

and to fear your name is wisdom—

“Heed the rod and the One who appointed it.6:9 The meaning of the Hebrew for this line is uncertain.

9¶The voice of the Lord will call to the city—

And it is sound wisdom to fear Your name:

“6:9 Or Hear about the rod and who designated itHear, you tribe. Who has designated 6:9 Lit itits time?

9The voice of the Lord will call to the city—

And it is sound wisdom to fear Your name:

“Hear, O tribe. Who has appointed its time?

9¶The voice of the Lord shall call to the city [of Jerusalem]—

And it is sound wisdom to heed [solemnly] and fear Your name [with awe-filled reverence];

“Hear, O tribe [the rod of punishment]. Who has appointed its time?

9The voice of the Lord calls out to the city

(and it is sound wisdom to fear Your name):

“Heed the rod

and the One who ordained it.

9The Lord is calling out to Jerusalem.

And it would be wise to pay attention to him.

He says, “Listen, tribe of Judah

and you people who are gathered in the city.