Summary
God builds a case against Edom, citing their mistreatment of Judah. He rebukes them for mistreating their ‘brother.’ There are a lot of nations attacking Israel, but Edom’s problem is that they are suppose to have a different relationship. As brothers, they are supposed to see their welfare as overlapping; they are supposed to be concerned for Judah. They are not. God accuses them of standing aloof. They look down on them. Their final act is the most distressing: they rejoiced in the misfortune of Judah. God has a special anger for those who wish harm on those they are meant to care for.
Bible References
- Obadiah 1:10 - 14
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