New International VersionAnd he will be our peace when the Assyrians invade our land and march through our fortresses. We will raise against them seven shepherds, even eight commanders,
New Living TranslationAnd he will be the source of peace. When the Assyrians invade our land and break through our defenses, we will appoint seven rulers to watch over us, eight princes to lead us.
English Standard VersionAnd he shall be their peace. When the Assyrian comes into our land and treads in our palaces, then we will raise against him seven shepherds and eight princes of men;
Berean Standard BibleAnd He will be our peace when Assyria invades our land and tramples our citadels. We will raise against it seven shepherds, even eight leaders of men.
King James BibleAnd this man shall be the peace, when the Assyrian shall come into our land: and when he shall tread in our palaces, then shall we raise against him seven shepherds, and eight principal men.
New King James VersionAnd this One shall be peace. When the Assyrian comes into our land, And when he treads in our palaces, Then we will raise against him Seven shepherds and eight princely men.
New American Standard BibleThis One will be our peace. When the Assyrian invades our land, When he tramples on our citadels, Then we will raise against him Seven shepherds and eight leaders of people.
NASB 1995This One will be our peace. When the Assyrian invades our land, When he tramples on our citadels, Then we will raise against him Seven shepherds and eight leaders of men.
NASB 1977And this One will be our peace. When the Assyrian invades our land, When he tramples on our citadels, Then we will raise against him Seven shepherds and eight leaders of men.
Legacy Standard BibleAnd this One will be peace. When the Assyrian enters our land, When he treads on our citadels, Then we will raise against him Seven shepherds and eight princes of men.
Amplified BibleThis One [the Messiah] shall be our peace. When the Assyrian invades our land And tramples on our citadels and in our palaces, Then shall we raise against him Seven shepherds and eight princes [an overpowering force] among men.
Christian Standard BibleHe will be their peace. When Assyria invades our land, when it marches against our fortresses, we will raise against it seven shepherds, even eight leaders of men.
Holman Christian Standard BibleHe will be their peace. When Assyria invades our land, when it marches against our fortresses, we will raise against it seven shepherds, even eight leaders of men.
American Standard VersionAnd this man shall be our peace. When the Assyrian shall come into our land, and when he shall tread in our palaces, then shall we raise against him seven shepherds, and eight principal men.
Contemporary English Versionbecause he will bring peace. Let Assyria attack our country and our palaces. We will counterattack, led by a number of rulers
English Revised VersionAnd this man shall be our peace: when the Assyrian shall come into our land, and when he shall tread in our palaces, then shall we raise against him seven shepherds, and eight principal men.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThis man will be their peace. When the Assyrians invade our land and trample our palaces, we will attack them with seven shepherds and eight leaders.
Good News Translationand he will bring peace. When the Assyrians invade our country and break through our defenses, we will send our strongest leaders to fight them.
International Standard VersionAnd he will be our peace." "When the Assyrian invades our land, trampling through our palaces, we will raise up seven shepherds against him, even eight significant men.
NET BibleHe will give us peace. Should the Assyrians try to invade our land and attempt to set foot in our fortresses, we will send against them seven shepherd-rulers, make that eight commanders.
New Heart English BibleHe will be our peace when Assyria invades our land, and when he marches through our fortresses, then we will raise against him seven shepherds, and eight leaders of men.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd this man will be the peace, when the Assyrian shall come into our land: and when he shall tread in our palaces, then shall we raise against him seven shepherds, and eight principal men. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd He will be our peace when Assyria invades our land and tramples our citadels. We will raise against it seven shepherds, even eight leaders of men.
World English BibleHe will be our peace when Assyria invades our land and when he marches through our fortresses, then we will raise against him seven shepherds, and eight leaders of men. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd this [One] has been peace. Asshur, when he comes into our land, "" And when he treads in our palaces, "" We have raised against him seven shepherds, "" And eight anointed of man.
Young's Literal Translation And this one hath been peace, Asshur! when he doth come into our land, And when he doth tread in our palaces, We have raised against him seven shepherds, And eight anointed of man.
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd this was peace, for Assur shall come up into our land: and when he shall tread in our palaces and we raised against him seven shepherds, and eight anointed men. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd this man shall be our peace, when the Assyrian shall come into our land, and when he shall set his foot in our houses: and we shall raise against him seven shepherds, and eight principal men.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd this man will be our peace, when the Assyrian will come into our land, and when he will trample on our houses; and we will raise against him seven shepherds and eight principal men.
New American Biblehe shall be peace. If Assyria invades our country and treads upon our land, We shall raise against it seven shepherds, eight of royal standing;
New Revised Standard Versionand he shall be the one of peace. If the Assyrians come into our land and tread upon our soil, we will raise against them seven shepherds and eight installed as rulers. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd there shall be peace when the Assyrian shall come to invade our country, and shall tread in our palaces; then we will raise up against him seven rulers and eight princes of men.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd there will be peace, and the Assyrian, whenever he comes to our country and treads in our palaces, we will raise up against him seven Shepherds and eight Princes of man OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And this shall be peace: When the Assyrian shall come into our land, And when he shall tread in our palaces, Then shall we raise against him seven shepherds, And eight princes among men.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd she shall have peace when Assur shall come into your land, and when he shall come up upon your country; and there shall be raised up against him seven shepherds, and eight attacks of men.
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Context A Ruler from Bethlehem… 4He will stand and shepherd His flock in the strength of the LORD, in the majestic name of the LORD His God. And they will dwell securely, for then His greatness will extend to the ends of the earth. 5And Hewill beour peacewhenAssyriainvadesour landandtramplesour citadels.We will raiseagainst itsevenshepherds,even eightleadersof men.6And they will rule the land of Assyria with the sword, and the land of Nimrod with the blade drawn. So He will deliver us when Assyria invades our land and marches into our borders.…
Cross References Isaiah 9:6-7For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. / Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this.
Ephesians 2:14-17For He Himself is our peace, who has made the two one and has torn down the dividing wall of hostility / by abolishing in His flesh the law of commandments and decrees. He did this to create in Himself one new man out of the two, thus making peace / and reconciling both of them to God in one body through the cross, by which He put to death their hostility. ...
Zechariah 9:10And I will cut off the chariot from Ephraim and the horse from Jerusalem, and the bow of war will be broken. Then He will proclaim peace to the nations. His dominion will extend from sea to sea, and from the Euphrates to the ends of the earth.
John 14:27Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.
Isaiah 11:1-10Then a shoot will spring up from the stump of Jesse, and a Branch from his roots will bear fruit. / The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD. / And He will delight in the fear of the LORD. He will not judge by what His eyes see, and He will not decide by what His ears hear, ...
Colossians 1:20and through Him to reconcile to Himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through the blood of His cross.
Isaiah 2:4Then He will judge between the nations and arbitrate for many peoples. They will beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning hooks. Nation will no longer take up the sword against nation, nor train anymore for war.
Romans 5:1Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,
Isaiah 32:17-18The work of righteousness will be peace; the service of righteousness will be quiet confidence forever. / Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure places of rest.
Philippians 4:7And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Ezekiel 34:23-25I will appoint over them one shepherd, My servant David, and he will feed them. He will feed them and be their shepherd. / I, the LORD, will be their God, and My servant David will be a prince among them. I, the LORD, have spoken. / I will make with them a covenant of peace and rid the land of wild animals, so that they may dwell securely in the wilderness and sleep in the forest.
John 16:33I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!”
Jeremiah 23:5-6Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land. / In His days Judah will be saved, and Israel will dwell securely. And this is His name by which He will be called: The LORD Our Righteousness.
Hebrews 13:20Now may the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep,
Isaiah 52:7How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!”
Treasury of Scripture And this man shall be the peace, when the Assyrian shall come into our land: and when he shall tread in our palaces, then shall we raise against him seven shepherds, and eight principal men. this. Psalm 72:7 In his days shall the righteous flourish; and abundance of peace so long as the moon endureth. Isaiah 9:6,7 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counseller, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace… Zechariah 9:10 And I will cut off the chariot from Ephraim, and the horse from Jerusalem, and the battle bow shall be cut off: and he shall speak peace unto the heathen: and his dominionshall be from seaeven to sea, and from the rivereven to the ends of the earth. when the. Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 8:7-10 Now therefore, behold, the Lord bringeth up upon them the waters of the river, strong and many,even the king of Assyria, and all his glory: and he shall come up over all his channels, and go over all his banks: … Isaiah 37:31-36 And the remnant that is escaped of the house of Judah shall again take root downward, and bear fruit upward: … then. Isaiah 44:28 That saith of Cyrus,He is my shepherd, and shall perform all my pleasure: even saying to Jerusalem, Thou shalt be built; and to the temple, Thy foundation shall be laid. Isaiah 59:19 So shall they fear the name of the LORD from the west, and his glory from the rising of the sun. When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the LORD shall lift up a standard against him. Zechariah 1:18-21 Then lifted I up mine eyes, and saw, and behold four horns… seven. Job 5:19 He shall deliver thee in six troubles: yea, in seven there shall no evil touch thee. Proverbs 6:16 These sixthings doth the LORD hate: yea, sevenare an abomination unto him: Proverbs 30:18,29 There be threethings which are too wonderful for me, yea, four which I know not: … principal men. Jump to Previous AnointedAsshurAssyriaAssyrianChiefsCitadelsCountryEightFlocksFortressesInvadesKeepersLeadersMarchesPalacesPeacePrincesPrincipalRaiseRaisedSevenShepherdsSoilTramplesTreadTreadsJump to Next AnointedAsshurAssyriaAssyrianChiefsCitadelsCountryEightFlocksFortressesInvadesKeepersLeadersMarchesPalacesPeacePrincesPrincipalRaiseRaisedSevenShepherdsSoilTramplesTreadTreadsMicah 5 1.The birth of Christ.4.His kingdom.8.His conquest.And He will be our peaceThis phrase emphasizes the role of the Messiah as the source of peace. In the context of Micah, this peace is not merely the absence of conflict but a holistic well-being and restoration. The prophecy points to Jesus Christ, who is referred to as the "Prince of Peace" in Isaiah 9:6. The peace He brings is both spiritual and eternal, reconciling humanity to God ( Ephesians 2:14-17). when Assyria invades our land
Assyria was a dominant empire during the time of Micah, known for its military conquests and brutality. Historically, Assyria posed a significant threat to Israel and Judah, capturing Samaria in 722 BC. This phrase reflects the immediate historical context of the threat faced by the Israelites. It also symbolizes any oppressive force or trial that God's people might face. and tramples our citadels
Citadels refer to fortified areas within a city, representing strength and security. The trampling of these citadels by Assyria signifies a breach of security and a time of great distress. This imagery is used to convey the severity of the invasion and the need for divine intervention. It also serves as a reminder of the consequences of turning away from God, as seen in the warnings given by prophets like Isaiah and Jeremiah. We will raise against it seven shepherds
The number seven often symbolizes completeness or perfection in the Bible. The raising of seven shepherds suggests a complete and divinely ordained leadership to counter the threat. Shepherds in biblical terms often represent leaders or rulers, as seen in the pastoral imagery used for kings like David (Psalm 78:70-72). even eight leaders of men
The phrase "even eight" suggests an abundance or more than sufficient provision of leadership. This could imply that God will provide more than enough resources and guidance to overcome the adversary. The use of "eight" may also indicate a new beginning or an overflow of divine provision, as seen in other scriptural contexts where God provides beyond what is expected (Ecclesiastes 11:2). Persons / Places / Events 1. MicahA prophet in the 8th century BC, Micah is known for his messages of judgment and hope. He prophesied during the reigns of Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah in Judah. 2. AssyriaA powerful empire during Micah's time, Assyria was a significant threat to Israel and Judah. The mention of Assyria in Micah 5:5 symbolizes the external threats faced by God's people. 3. The MessiahWhile not explicitly named in this verse, the "one who will be our peace" is understood by conservative Christians to refer to the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ, who brings ultimate peace. Teaching Points Christ as Our PeaceJesus is the fulfillment of the prophecy in Micah 5:5, bringing peace not only in a political sense but also spiritually, reconciling us to God. Facing Modern AssyriasJust as Assyria was a threat to Israel, we face various "Assyrias" today—challenges and fears. Trusting in Christ as our peace helps us navigate these threats. Peace in TurmoilThe peace that Christ offers is not dependent on external circumstances. Believers are called to rest in His peace even amidst life's storms. Role of LeadersThe verse mentions leaders who will shepherd the people. In the church, leaders are called to guide and protect the flock, pointing them to Christ, the ultimate Shepherd. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Micah 5:5?
2.How does Micah 5:5 describe the role of peace in Christ's reign?
3.What does "He will be our peace" reveal about Jesus' nature and mission?
4.How can Micah 5:5 inspire us to seek peace in our communities?
5.Connect Micah 5:5 with Ephesians 2:14. How is Christ our peace today?
6.How can we implement the peace of Christ in our daily interactions?
7.How does Micah 5:5 define the concept of peace in a biblical context?
8.Who is the "Assyrian" mentioned in Micah 5:5, historically and symbolically?
9.What is the significance of "seven shepherds, eight leaders" in Micah 5:5?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Micah 5?
11.Micah 5:5–6 prophesies deliverance from the Assyrians. Why didn’t this prophecy prevent or mitigate the later Babylonian conquest, suggesting a possible inconsistency in the text?
12.What is heavy shepherding?
13.If Micah 4:10 implies Babylonian captivity, why is there debate among scholars about the historical timing and references to Assyria in nearby verses?
14.How do we celebrate Pastor Appreciation Month?What Does Micah 5:5 Mean And He will be our peace• The “He” reaches back toMicah 5:2–4—the Ruler born in Bethlehem, fulfilled in Jesus Christ. • Scripture consistently presents the Messiah as the embodiment of peace: –Isaiah 9:6 “Prince of Peace” –Luke 2:14 “on earth peace” at His birth –John 14:27 “My peace I give you” –Ephesians 2:14 “He Himself is our peace” • This peace is not merely the absence of conflict; it is wholeness, security, and reconciliation with God—unshakable even when hostile forces arise.
when Assyria invades our land and tramples our citadels• Assyria was the superpower that threatened Israel and Judah in Micah’s day (2 Kings 18–19). The prophecy looks ahead to an actual invasion, which God would sovereignly allow for discipline yet limit for deliverance. • Assyria also serves as a picture of any formidable enemy that storms God’s people through history (cf.Isaiah 8:7–10). • The literal invasion does not cancel the literal promise: even while citadels are “trampled,” the Messiah remains peace for all who trust Him (Psalm 46:1–2).
We will raise against it seven shepherds• “We” points to God’s covenant people acting in faith, yet empowered by Him. • “Seven” signifies completeness (Genesis 2:2–3;Revelation 1:4). God will supply fully sufficient shepherd-leaders. • Shepherds evoke protection, guidance, and care—qualities modeled by godly leaders such as David (1 Samuel 17:34–37) and ultimately Jesus, the Good Shepherd (John 10:11). • The promise assures that God will never leave His flock defenseless; He raises exactly the leadership needed for the crisis (Jeremiah 3:15).
even eight leaders of men• “Even eight” intensifies the pledge—more than enough (Ecclesiastes 11:2 uses the same “seven… even eight” structure). • Leaders, literally “princes,” carry military and civil authority (Judges 2:16-18). God provides an overflow of capable servants to beat back the invader (Micah 5:6). • The lesson: divine provision always exceeds the threat. Where sin and danger abound, grace and help abound all the more (Romans 5:20).
summaryMicah 5:5 anchors hope in the Messiah. Jesus Himself is perfect peace, undiminished when enemies surge. Whether the historical Assyrian armies or any present-day menace, God commits to safeguard His people, supplying more than enough shepherds and leaders to stand firm. Trusting His promise, believers rest secure and move forward in confident obedience. (5) And this man shall be the peace-- i.e., He shall Himself be Peace (after the same idiomatic expression David speaks of himself, "For my love they are my adversaries, but I am Prayer"-- Psalm 109:4). This sentence is connected with the former instead of the following passage, with which the Authorised Version joins it. When the Assyrian shall come into our land.--This may refer to the imminent apprehension of the invasion of Sennacherib, but the actual event does not correspond to it. It may look forward to the time when the enemies of Israel attacked the Jews in the Maccabean period, and the shepherds, seven or eight--i.e., an indefinite number--successfully resisted the attacks upon the flock. The intention of the passage may be spiritually interpreted as pointing to the eight principal, strictly anointed men, who, as Christian pastors, receive their commission from the Messiah. Verses 5, 6. - § 9. Under Messiah's rule shall be peace. Cheyne considers these verses to have been inserted by an afterthought, either to explain the "many nations" and "many peoples" of Micah 4:11, 13, or to rectify the omission of the period of foreign rule. This may be reasonably allowed; but it is not necessary to the explanation of the paragraph, which is merely a further description of Messiah's kingdom. Verse 5. - And this Man shall be the Peace;and he shall be Peace; Vulgate, et erit iste Pax. This same Ruler will not only bring peace, and be the Author of peace, but be himself Peace; as Isaiah (Isaiah 9:5) calls him "Prince of Peace," and St. Paul ( Ephesians 2:14) "our Peace." Peace personified (comp. Zechariah 9:9). It is best to put a full stop here, and remove the colon at "land" in the next clause. There may be an allusion to Solomon, the peaceful king, who erected the temple and whose reign exhibited the ideal of happy times. Septuagint, καὶἔσται αὐτῇ εἰρήνη, "and to her shall be peace." When the Assyrian shall come. The prophet, in this and the following verses, shows what is that peace which Messiah shall bring. Asshur is named as the type of Israel's deadliest foe, and as that which even then was threatening the kingdom: witness Sennaeherib's invasion in Hezekiah's time, when the angel of the Lord smote the alien army with sudden destruction ( 2 Kings 19.). The prophecy looks forward to a far distant future, when the world power is strayed against God's people; the details (as often in such prophecies) do not exactly suit the actual facts in contemporary history. Then shall we raise against him seven shepherds. We, the Israel of God, shall be enabled to repel the enemy. "Shepherds," i.e. princes, and those in abundance. "Seven" is the perfect number, representing completeness and rest. And eight principal men; or, princes among men, appointed by the Ruler as his subordinates and representatives. These are said to be "eight," to imply their great number: there should be a superabundance of able leaders. (On a similar use of numbers, see note on Amos 1:3.) The LXX. renders, ὀκτὼ δήγματα ἀνθρώπων, "eight attacks of men," reading differently.
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Hebrew And Heזֶ֖ה(zeh)Pronoun - masculine singular
Strong's 2088:This, thatwill beוְהָיָ֥ה(wə·hā·yāh)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961:To fall out, come to pass, become, betheir peace.שָׁל֑וֹם(šā·lō·wm)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7965:Safe, well, happy, friendly, welfare, health, prosperity, peaceWhenכִּֽי־(kî-)Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunctionAssyriaאַשּׁ֣וּר ׀(’aš·šūr)Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 804:Ashshurinvadesיָב֣וֹא(yā·ḇō·w)Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 935:To come in, come, go in, goour landבְאַרְצֵ֗נוּ(ḇə·’ar·ṣê·nū)Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common plural
Strong's 776:Earth, landandוְכִ֤י(wə·ḵî)Conjunctive waw | Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunctiontramplesיִדְרֹךְ֙(yiḏ·rōḵ)Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1869:To tread, to walk, to string a, bowour citadels,בְּאַרְמְנֹתֵ֔ינוּ(bə·’ar·mə·nō·ṯê·nū)Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common plural
Strong's 759:A citadelwe will raiseוַהֲקֵמֹ֤נוּ(wa·hă·qê·mō·nū)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - first person common plural
Strong's 6965:To arise, stand up, standagainst itעָלָיו֙(‘ā·lāw)Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5921:Above, over, upon, againstsevenשִׁבְעָ֣ה(šiḇ·‘āh)Number - masculine singular
Strong's 7651:Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite numbershepherds,רֹעִ֔ים(rō·‘îm)Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 7462:To tend a, flock, pasture it, in, to graze, to rule, to associate witheven eightוּשְׁמֹנָ֖ה(ū·šə·mō·nāh)Conjunctive waw | Number - masculine singular
Strong's 8083:A cardinal number, eight, eighthleadersנְסִיכֵ֥י(nə·sî·ḵê)Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 5257:Something poured out, a libation, a molten image, a princeof men.אָדָֽם׃(’ā·ḏām)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 120:Ruddy, a human being
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