Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Obadiah 1:2 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Obadiah 1:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Obadiah chapter 1 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Behold, I have made thee small among the heathen: thou art greatly despised.”
Obadiah 1:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Obadiah 1:2
God declares Edom's future: "Behold, I have made thee small among the heathen: thou art greatly despised." The phrase "I have made" uses prophetic perfect—future judgment spoken as completed because it's certain. God will reduce Edom from their proud mountain fortresses to insignificance. "Greatly despised" (bazuy me'od) indicates contempt and humiliation. This teaches divine sovereignty—nations rise and fall at God's command. Edom's pride and presumed security will vanish. The same God who exalts humble people humbles the proud (James 4:6, 1 Peter 5:5-6). Jesus taught that the first will be l...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Obadiah 1:2
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“to stain the pride of all glory”
“his enemies”
“He hath shewed strength with his arm; he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts.”
“so that they are destroyed.”
“and shame will cover her who said to me”
“they are diminished and bowed down through oppression”
“that they shall no more rule over the nations.”
“and makes rich. He brings low”