Old Testament
Book of Obadiah
The shortest book in the Old Testament pronounces judgment on Edom, Israel's neighbor, for its pride and for standing aside when Jerusalem was attacked.
At a glance
Obadiah key facts
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Chapters
- 1
- Author
- Obadiah
- When it was written
- Uncertain; scholars suggest either about 840 BC or after 586 BC
- Main theme
- Pride falls, and God keeps his promises to his people
- Key verse
- Obadiah 1:15
Summary
What is Obadiah about?
The shortest book in the Old Testament pronounces judgment on Edom, Israel's neighbor, for its pride and for standing aside when Jerusalem was attacked.
Key verse
A key verse in Obadiah
“For the day of the LORD is near upon all the heathen: as you have done, it shall be done unto you: your reward shall return upon yours own head.”
1 chapter
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Questions
Obadiah: common questions
Who wrote the book of Obadiah?
Obadiah.
When was Obadiah written?
Uncertain; scholars suggest either about 840 BC or after 586 BC.
What is the book of Obadiah about?
The shortest book in the Old Testament pronounces judgment on Edom, Israel's neighbor, for its pride and for standing aside when Jerusalem was attacked.
How many chapters are in Obadiah?
Obadiah has 1 chapter, in the Old Testament.
What is a key verse in Obadiah?
Obadiah 1:15: “For the day of the LORD is near upon all the heathen: as you have done, it shall be done unto you: your reward shall return upon yours own head.” (KJV).
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