מיכה, פרק ז׳, פסוק י׳

A dramatic reversal of fortunes between Israel and their enemies awaits in the future, revealing divine justice after the long years of exile. When redemption finally arrives, the enemy will witness Israel's ultimate salvation and the justice God performs for them. This sight will cause the enemy to be completely covered in shame [מצודת דוד, ביאור שטיינזלץ]. They will suddenly realize that throughout the entire exile, God was always with Israel. He never hid His face, but rather guided every event to ensure a good outcome for them in the end [מלבי״ם].

This deep shame stems from the enemy's behavior during the exile. For years, they mocked Israel, constantly asking where their God was [אבן עזרא]. They ridiculed the Israelites, claiming that God was absent, that He had removed His guidance, and questioning why He was not coming to save them [מצודת דוד, מלבי״ם, ביאור שטיינזלץ].

In stark contrast to the enemy's past mockery, Israel declares that they will look upon their oppressors with contempt and disrespect [מלבי״ם]. The primary approach among commentators is that during the time of redemption, Israel will witness the enemy's disgrace and see the justice they have long awaited. However, an additional perspective suggests that Israel looks at the enemy with disdain even in the present moment. Even while the enemy enjoys power and success, Israel knows with absolute certainty that this temporary triumph is only meant to elevate the enemy before their ultimate destruction [מלבי״ם].

In the end, the enemy will be completely trampled underfoot [מצודת ציון]. Their fate will be exactly like the mud in the streets, cast aside in the public squares and stepped on by every passing person [מצודת ציון, ביאור שטיינזלץ].