Lexical Summary Mikah: Micah Original Word: מִיכָה Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Micah, Micaiah, Michah An abbrev. Of Miykayah; Micah, the name of seven Israelites -- Micah, Micaiah, Michah. see HEBREW Miykayah NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originan abb. for Mikayah Definition the name of several Isr. NASB Translation Micah (28), Micah's (3), Micaiah (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs מִיכָה proper name, masculine 1. Micha, the Ephraimite (ᵐ5 Μειχαίας), Judges 17:5,8,9,10,12 (twice in verse); Judges 17:13; Judges 18:2 ff. (12 t.), called מִיכָֽיְהוּ Judges 17:1,4. 2 the prophet Micah (ᵐ5 Μειχαίας), Micah 1:1 (Jeremiah 26:18 Kt מִיכָיָה). 4 son of Meribbaal (Mephibosheth) 1 Chronicles 8:34f. (ᵐ5 Μιχια), 1 Chronicles 9:40f. (ᵐ5 Μειχα), called מִיכָא 2 Samuel 9:12. 5 2 Samuel 23:20 (ᵐ5 Μειχας), 2 Samuel 24:24,25 (ᵐ5 Μειχα). 62Chronicles 18:14 ( = מִיכָֽיְהוּ 2). 72Chronicles 34:20 ("" 2 Kings 22:12 מִיכָיָה). Topical Lexicon Overview מִיכָה (Micah) occurs about thirty-three times in the Hebrew Scriptures as the shortened form of several longer names that mean “Who is like Yahweh.” The occurrences fall into three natural groups: (1) The eighth-century prophet from Moresheth, (2) an Ephraimite associated with the idolatry of Judges 17–18, and (3) a cluster of lesser-known persons recorded in the historical and genealogical books. Together these usages illustrate the name’s popularity in Israel and provide striking contrasts between fidelity and apostasy, humility and presumption. Occurrences and Distribution Judges 17–18 – 21× Micah 1:1; 6:8; 7:18 – 3× Jeremiah 26:18 – 1× 1 Chronicles 3:19; 5:5; 8:34; 9:40; 23:20; 24:24 – 6× 2 Chronicles 34:20 – 1× Total ≈ 33 Principal Individuals Bearing the Name 1. Micah of Moresheth (eighth century B.C.) – Canonical prophet and author of the Book of Micah (Micah 1:1). Micah of Moresheth: Voice for Covenant Faithfulness Historical setting His ministry spanned the reigns of Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah of Judah, overlapping with Isaiah and Hosea. He addressed both Samaria and Jerusalem, exposing social oppression and religious hypocrisy. Central themes Messianic prophecy Micah 5:2 pinpoints Messiah’s birthplace: “But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah … out of you shall come forth for Me One who will be ruler over Israel.” Matthew 2:5–6 cites this verse in reference to Jesus Christ. Influence on later revelation Jeremiah 26:18 notes that the elders of Judah recalled Micah’s warning (Micah 3:12) a century later, demonstrating the enduring authority of his word and its role in sparing Jerusalem during Hezekiah’s reforms. Ethical and pastoral impact Micah’s blend of piercing judgment and steadfast hope models faithful preaching—holding sin to account while magnifying divine mercy: “Who is a God like You, who pardons iniquity … You delight in loving devotion” (Micah 7:18). Micah of Ephraim: Private Religion and National Apostasy Narrative summary (Judges 17–18) An Ephraimite named Micah steals silver from his mother, returns it, then fashions an idol and installs his own son as priest. Later he hires a wandering Levite, only to have the idol and the Levite seized by Danite raiders, who establish the graven image at Laish–Dan. Theological lessons Micah in Royal and Priestly Service Chronicles records multiple Micahs in genealogies and temple administration, situating the name within legitimate covenant structures, in contrast to the idolatrous Micah of Judges. Noteworthy is the Levite Micah under King David (1 Chronicles 23:20), representing ordered worship, and the royal servant Micah during Josiah’s reformation (2 Chronicles 34:20), associated with the rediscovery of Torah. Spiritual Themes Associated with the Name Covenant loyalty vs. self-rule The parallel accounts of Micah the prophet and Micah the idolater place two paths before God’s people: submission to Yahweh’s revealed will or the creation of a faith that serves personal ends. Justice, mercy, humility Micah 6:8 has become a shorthand summary of ethical monotheism—demanding integrity toward neighbor, loyal-love toward the vulnerable, and reverent dependence on God. Divine uniqueness The name itself asks, “Who is like Yahweh?” Micah’s closing doxology answers: none—He pardons sin while upholding righteousness (Micah 7:18). Messianic hope From Bethlehem’s ruler (Micah 5:2) to universal peace (Micah 4:3–4), the prophet looks ahead to the consummated kingdom, reaffirming the trustworthiness of the prophetic word. Lessons for Ministry Today 1. Proclaim both judgment and hope; God’s holiness and grace are complementary, not conflicting. Thus the various bearers of the name Micah together furnish a panoramic lesson: the incomparable LORD summons His people to pure worship, righteous living, and confident hope in the coming King. Forms and Transliterations לְמִיכָ֔ה למיכה מִ֠יכָה מִיכָ֑ה מִיכָ֔ה מִיכָ֖ה מִיכָ֗ה מִיכָ֜ה מִיכָ֣ה מִיכָ֥ה מִיכָ֥יְהוּ מִיכָֽה׃ מִיכָה֙ מיכה מיכה׃ מיכיהו lə·mî·ḵāh lemiChah ləmîḵāh mî·ḵā·yə·hū mî·ḵāh miChah miChayehu mîḵāh mîḵāyəhūLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Judges 17:5 HEB: וְהָאִ֣ישׁ מִיכָ֔ה ל֖וֹ בֵּ֣ית NAS: And the man Micah had a shrine KJV: And the man Micah had an house INT: and the man Micah had an house of gods Judges 17:8 Judges 17:9 Judges 17:10 Judges 17:12 Judges 17:12 Judges 17:13 Judges 18:2 Judges 18:3 Judges 18:4 Judges 18:13 Judges 18:15 Judges 18:18 Judges 18:22 Judges 18:22 Judges 18:23 Judges 18:26 Judges 18:27 Judges 18:31 1 Chronicles 5:5 1 Chronicles 8:34 1 Chronicles 8:35 1 Chronicles 9:40 1 Chronicles 9:41 1 Chronicles 23:20 33 Occurrences |
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