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Do Justice Love Mercy And Walk Humbly With Your God

The phrase "Do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God" is a well-known biblical injunction found in the book of Micah in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in Micah 6:8. This verse encapsulates the essence of ethical monotheism, emphasizing righteous behavior, compassion, and humility as core religious obligations. In Hebrew, the verse is translated as "עֲשֵׂה מִשְׁפָּט, אַהֲבָה חֶסֶד, וְהַצְנִיעַ לֶכֶת עִם אֱלֹהֶיךָ" (asé mishpat, ahavá khésed, v'hatzni'a léchet im Eloheikha). The phrase has been widely adopted in various religious and secular contexts to promote social justice, kindness, and moral integrity. In Spanish, it is often translated as "Hagan justicia, amen la misericordia, y humíllense ante su Dios," while in French, it appears as "Rendez la justice, aimez la miséricorde, et marchez humblement avec votre Dieu." The verse is frequently cited in discussions about ethical living and serves as a guiding principle for many individuals and communities striving to uphold these values in their daily lives.