KJV ORIGINAL
Hear ye, O mountains, the LORD’s controversy, and ye strong foundations of the earth: for the LORD hath a controversy with his people, and he will plead with Israel.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Listen up, mountains and foundations of the earth — God's bringing a case against his people. He's got some serious things to work out with Israel, and he's ready to have that conversation.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
When God has something to say to his people, even the mountains stop to listen.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The prophet Micah delivered his prophecy to the people of Judah and Israel during the late 8th century BCE. He confronted widespread social injustice, corrupt leadership, and
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