Joe: Alright, so let's dive into the book of Obadiah. Who is Obadiah and what is his book about?

Bible Expert: Obadiah is a minor prophet who lived in the 8th century BC. His book is a short one, only 21 verses long, and is mainly about the destruction of Edom, an ancient kingdom located in what is now southern Jordan.

Joe: Wow, destruction? That sounds intense. What's it all about?

Bible Expert: Well, Edom had a long history of animosity with the nation of Israel, and God was punishing them for their pride and mistreatment of the Israelites. God is warning the Edomites that if they don’t repent, they will suffer a violent destruction.

Joe: Whoa, that's heavy. But what happens in the end?

Bible Expert: In the end, God promises to restore the nation of Israel and to bring justice to the Edomites. He promises to restore their fortunes and give them a place in the kingdom of God.

Joe: That's uplifting. What else is in the book of Obadiah?

Bible Expert: The book of Obadiah also contains a warning to all nations who mistreat God’s people, reminding them that God will judge them and bring justice to the oppressed.