Micah 1:10-16

I do not trespass on the Reader with observations on what is here said; it is sufficient to remark, that the Prophet is speaking of the low estate of the Church, and he calls in the neighboring nations as if to witness it. Gath is one of the chief cities of the Philistines. Aphrah means the land of dust, from its lowness and poverty. Saphir, though beautiful, shall know her shame; and Zanaan, which means a country of flocks, shall also be brought into trouble. The Prophet indeed refers to all the neighboring nations; for when the Lord hath a controversy with his people, he will also reckon with the nations. Reader! it is blessed when the Lord goeth forth to judgment, to have the chambers of his covenant to run into. That is a sweet promise to this amount. Isaiah 26:20.