Introduction:
The name Obadiah means “servant of the LORD.” Nothing more is known about this prophet than this short book containing his prophecy.
Obadiah is a book of prophecy against the nation of Edom. This country had invaded and plundered Jerusalem at least four times, so Obadiah announced God’s judgment against them and prophesied that their kingdom would be destroyed.
The Edomites are never heard of again in history after the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70.
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