Obadiah

Obadiah Prophet against Edom

Old Testament

About Obadiah

Obadiah wrote the shortest book in the Old Testament, a prophecy against Edom (descendants of Esau) for their pride and betrayal of Israel. He proclaimed that God would judge Edom for standing by when Jerusalem was attacked and participating in the destruction.

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BriefJudgment ProphetDefender of Israel

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Prophecyc. 586 BC or 845 BC

Obadiah delivers the shortest book of the Old Testament against Edom.

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Spiritual Lessons from Obadiah

Pride Goes Before Destruction

Edom was proud of its mountain fortresses, thinking itself invulnerable. Obadiah warned that pride deceives—'Though you soar like the eagle... I will bring you down.' No position is secure against God's judgment.

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