Jou leiers word maklik omgekoop. Vir geld sorg hulle dat dit met die een mens goed gaan terwyl hulle ’n ander een skade aandoen as hy nie kan betaal nie. Julle priesters leer ook net mense as hulle kan betaal. Die profete vra geld om vir iemand te sê wat die Here sê. Tog sê almal van hulle dat hulle van die Here afhanklik is. Hulle sê: ‘So lank as wat die Here by ons in sy tempel is, sal niks vir ons verkeerd loop nie.’
What Does This Mean?
Micah is talking about the leaders of Israel who are corrupt and only do things for money, including judges, priests, and prophets. Despite their corruption, they think God will protect them because He's with them.
Explained for Children
Imagine a group of kids in charge at school who don't really care about doing what's right; they just want to get paid. Even though they're not being good leaders, they think the principal will always be on their side and keep helping them.
Historical Background
Micah wrote this around 750-700 BC during a time of corruption among Israel's leadership. He was speaking to his fellow Israelites, warning them about their actions and the consequences if they don't change.
Living It Out Today
Today, imagine a company where executives make decisions based on personal gain rather than what’s best for everyone. They might think that just because they have a good track record, nothing bad will ever happen to them, but God sees everything and expects integrity.