Trust ye not in a friend, put ye not confidence in a guide: keep the doors of thy mouth from her that lieth in thy bosom.
Don't put your complete trust in friends or rely totally on mentors. Even with the person closest to you, the one you share everything with, be careful what you say.
Sometimes even your inner circle isn't safe, so guard your words and your heart.
📚 Historical Context
During the 8th century BC, the prophet Micah delivered warnings to the people of Judah amid widespread social injustice, idolatry, and moral decay, as the nation faced threats from Assyria. In Micah 7:5, he expresses a lament over the breakdown of trust in society, where even close relationships like friends, guides, and spouses could lead to betrayal, reflecting the deep corruption that invited God's judgment. This verse fits into a larger prophetic message calling for repentance and highlighting God's ultimate faithfulness.
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