Zedekiah's physical assault on Micaiah, followed by his sarcastic question, reveals the profound arrogance that can accompany spiritual deception. Commentators point out the mocking nature of his words, 'Which way went the Spirit of Jehovah from me to speak unto thee?' This illustrates how those who are deceived can become so convinced of their own righteousness that they react with violence and ridicule when confronted with God's actual truth, a powerful warning against spiritual pride.