KJV ORIGINAL
And Micaiah said, As the LORD liveth, what the LORD saith unto me, that will I speak.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And Micaiah said, 'As surely as the LORD lives, I will speak only what the LORD tells me to say.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The prophet Micaiah is declaring his commitment to speak only God's truth, no matter what pressure he faces from others.
📚 Historical Context
Micaiah was a prophet of God during the reign of King Ahab of Israel, who was known for his wickedness and idol worship. The king's messenger had just encouraged Micaiah to prophesy favorably like the other prophets, but Micaiah refused to compromise. This was a dangerous time for true prophets, as Ahab often persecuted those who spoke against him.
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