Minor Prophets · Old Testament
The Book of Obadiah
Pride brings judgment, and the kingdom will belong to the Lord.
- Author
- The prophet Obadiah
- Date
- Probably soon after 586 BC
- Chapters
- 1
- Genre
- Minor Prophets
Summary
Obadiah, the shortest book of the Old Testament, announces judgment on Edom, the nation descended from Esau. When Jerusalem fell, Edom gloated and even helped the invaders.
Obadiah declares that Edom's pride will bring its downfall: "As you have done, it will be done to you." In contrast, God will restore his people, and the book closes with the triumphant words, "The kingdom will be the Lord's."
Outline
- Chapter 1 — Judgment on Edom and the restoration of Israel
Key Themes
PrideJusticeJudgmentGod's sovereigntyRestoration
Key Verses
Start reading Obadiah“The day of the Lord is near for all nations. As you have done, it will be done to you; your deeds will return upon your own head.