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OBADIAH
AUTHOR:
The book of Obadiah was written by a prophet named Obadiah.
DATE:
There is much debate around the dating of Obadiah. The answer lies in which invasion of Edom you believe Obadiah is talking about. Either around 850 BC during the reign of King Jehoram or in 586 BC at the fall of Jerusalem. I tend to agree with the early date, but feel free to decide for yourself.
CONTEMPORARY PROPHETS:
Elijah and Elisha in Israel around 875-797 BC
AUDIENCE:
Obadiah wrote to the Judahites that were recently attacked by the Edomites.
REASON:
The book of Obadiah was written to bring hope to Judah through the promise of Edom's judgment.
THEME:
Edom will be judged.
KEY VERSE:
"For the day of the Lord is near upon all the nations. As you have done, it shall be done to you; your deeds shall return on your own head." (15 ESV)
SPLIT:
Judgment of Edom (1-16), Hope for Judah (17-21)
KEY WORDS/PHRASES:
Edom, Jacob, Day of the Lord, The Nations
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