Obadiah 1:10

"For the violence done to your brother Jacob, shame will cover you, and you will be cut off forever."

Key Reflection

In Obadiah 1:10, the prophet addresses the Edomites who, according to the historical context, had mistreated their cousins from the northern kingdom of Israel (Jacob). This verse would have been a harsh rebuke for those who took pleasure in the misfortunes of their brothers. The original audience would have understood that divine judgment awaited them because of their betrayal and cruelty towards fellow Israelites during times of distress.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

For thy violence against thy brother Jacob -To Israel God had commanded: (Deuteronomy 23:7-8(Deuteronomy 23:8,Deuteronomy 23:9in the Hebrew text)), “Thou shalt not abbor an Edomite, for he is thy brother. The children that are begotten of them shall enter into the congregation of the Lord in their third generation.” Edom did the contrary to all this. “Violence” includes all sorts of ill treatment, from one with whom “might is right,” “because it is in the power of their hand”Micah 2:2. to do it. This they had done to the descendants of their brother, and him, their twin brother, Jacob.

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