Pamrentah kotane punika ngamargiang pamrentahan buat ngulati tetombokan, parapanditane nerangang pidabdab Ida Sang Hyang Widi Wasa mangda dane polih upah, tur paranabine ngwetuang ramalan mangda dane polih jinah, tur dane sareng sami pada maosang, mungguing Ida Sang Hyang Widi Wasa ngiangin dane. Sapuniki baos danene: “Tan wenten bencana sane pacang nibenin iraga, Ida Sang Hyang Widi Wasa ngiangin iraga.”
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.
