The prophet Micah foretold that the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem (Micah 5:2). While this prophecy is well-known, what is the broader significance of Bethlehem in the context of Israel's history and how does this context enrich our understanding of the prophecy's fulfillment?
Reference: Micah 5:2, Matthew 2:1-6, 1 Samuel 16:1-13, John 6:35