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This continues the account of what happened when Jesus was born as the King of the Jews.

In Bethlehem of Judea

Alternative translation: "in the town of Bethlehem of Judea."

this is what was written by the prophet

This can be stated in active voice as "this is what the prophet wrote." (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive)

written by the prophet

Alternative translation: "written by the prophet Micah."

you, Bethlehem, … are not the least among the leaders of Judah

"You who live in Bethlehem, your town is certainly very important" (UDB) or "you, Bethlehem, … are one of the most important cities." (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-apostrophe) (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-litotes)