Obadiah 1:10

Arabic Bible Life (Targamet El Hayah) (LA)

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This verse from Obadiah warns the Edomites that their violent actions against the Israelites will bring shame and ultimate destruction upon them. The speaker is God, warning of judgment for mistreating His people.

شرح للأطفال

Imagine if you hit your brother or sister when they were already sad. That's a very mean thing to do! This verse says God is not happy with someone who did that and warns them they will be ashamed and punished one day.

السياق التاريخي

Obadiah, the shortest book in the Old Testament, was written by the prophet Obadiah around the time of the Babylonian invasion of Judah (around 586 BC). The audience is primarily Edomites, a neighboring nation to Israel known for their hostility towards them.

التطبيق اليوم

In today's world, this verse reminds us that mistreating others who are already vulnerable or in pain will have consequences. For example, if someone bullies a classmate who is struggling with personal issues, they'll face shame and the negative impact of their actions.

المواضيع

judgmentviolenceretributionshameIsrael's enemiesGod's justice

آيات ذات صلة

Psalms 137:7Jeremiah 49:7-22Amos 1:11-12Ezekiel 35:10-15Romans 12:17-21

أسئلة شائعة

Who are 'thy brother Jacob' mentioned in the verse?
'Thy brother Jacob' refers to the Israelites, descendants of Jacob. Edom was a nation that often opposed and mistreated them.
What does it mean by being cut off for ever?
To be 'cut off forever' means facing permanent destruction or removal from existence as a punishment for the violent actions against God's people.
Why is shame mentioned in this verse?
Shame highlights the disgrace that comes with mistreating others. It emphasizes the moral wrongness of Edom's actions against Israel.
Can we find similar messages about retribution and judgment elsewhere in the Bible?
Yes, other prophets like Jeremiah and Ezekiel also warn nations of judgment for their wicked deeds against God’s chosen people.
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