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Obadiah
"Your deeds will come back on your own head!"
Old Testament · Minor Prophets
Summary
Of the person, date and background of Obadiah, little is known. The book was written in response to an attack against Jerusalem in which the Edomites participated. The book announces the doom of Edom and ultimate triumph of Israel. The cause of judgment was its attack against Israel. As descendants of Esau, Edom should have assisted Israel but instead joined her attackers.
Outline
Condemnation Of Edom
Chapters 1-16| Call to the Nations | 1 |
| Attitude of Edom | 2-3 |
| Judgment against Edom | 4-9 |
| Causes of Judgment | 10-14 |
| Condemnation of Edom | 15-16 |
Restoration Of Israel
Chapters 17-21| Promises for Israel | 17 |
| Destruction of Edom | 18 |
| Possession of Promised Land | 19-20 |
| Establishment of the Kingdom | 21 |
Resources
Audio Lessons
Part 1: obadiah