Micah 5:10 Meaning and Explanation
“And it shall come to pass in that day, saith the LORD, that I will cut off thy horses out of the midst of thee, and I will destroy thy chariots:”
King James Version (KJV)
Read this verse in context with translation switching:
Read Full Chapter →In that day the Lord will remove the horses and chariots His people trusted in for war.
What Does Micah 5:10 Mean?
God begins a list of things He will cut off, and the first are horses and chariots, the military might of the age. These were the strength armies leaned on, and the temptation was to trust them more than the Lord. He will take them away.
The removal is an act of mercy as much as judgment, for God strips away the false securities so His people will lean on Him alone. When the props we trust instead of God are taken from us, it is often so that we may rediscover that He is our true strength. The Lord clears away rivals to draw the heart back to Himself.
Frequently Asked Questions About Micah 5:10
What does Micah 5:10 mean?
In that day the Lord will remove the horses and chariots His people trusted in for war.