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topic_name = Matthew Henry Concise Bible Commentary : Obadiah |
subtopics = The Prophet [[Text:EBD:Obadiah, Book of|Obadiah]] |
opinion_pieces = {{short_opinions}}
* [[Text:EBD:Obadiah, Book of|Easton's Bible Dictionary entry on Obadiah]] |
}}
Read the book of [[Book of Obadiah|Obadiah]] from the [[Holy Bible|Bible]]
{{chapters}}
[[Obadiah 1|1]]
==Commentary==
[[Text:MHC Concise Obadiah 1|1]]
{{mhc import}}
'''Commentary on the book of [[Obadiah]]'''
The first part denounces the destruction of Edom, dwelling upon the injuries they inflicted upon the [[Jews]]. The second foretells the restoration of the [[Jews]], and the latter glories of the [[church]].
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'''Chapter''' 1
''Chapter Outline''
Destruction to come upon Edom. Their offences against [[Jacob]].
(1-16)
The restoration of the [[Jews]], and their flourishing state in the latter times.
(17-21)
'''Verses''' 1-16
This prophecy is against Edom. Its destruction seems to have been typical, as their father Esau's rejection; and to refer to the destruction of the enemies of the [[gospel]] [[church]]. See the prediction of the success of that war; Edom shall be spoiled, and brought down. All the enemies of [[God]]'s [[church]] shall be disappointed in the things they stay themselves on. [[God]] can easily lay those low who magnify and exalt themselves; and will do it. Carnal security ripens men for ruin, and makes the ruin worse when it comes. Treasures on earth cannot be so safely laid up but that thieves may break through and steal; it is therefore our wisdom to lay up for ourselves treasures in heaven. Those that make flesh their trust, arm it against themselves. The [[God]] of our covenant will never deceive us: but if we [[trust]] men with whom we join ourselves, it may prove to us a wound and dishonour. [[God]] will justly deny those understanding to keep out of danger, who will not use their understandings to keep out of sin. All violence, all unrighteousness, is sin; but it makes the violence far worse, if it be done against any of [[God]]'s people. Their barbarous conduct towards [[Judah]] and [[Jerusalem]], is charged upon them. In reflecting on ourselves, it is good to consider what we should have done; to compare our practice with the Scripture rule. Sin, thus looked upon in the glass of the commandment, will appear exceedingly sinful. Those have a great deal to answer for, who are idle spectators of the troubles of their neighbours, when able to be active helpers. Those make themselves poor, who think to make themselves rich by the ruin of the people of [[God]]; and those deceive themselves, who call all that their own on which they can lay their hands in a day of calamity. Though judgment begins at the house of [[God]], it shall not end there. Let sorrowful [[believer]]s and insolent oppressors know, that the troubles of the righteous will soon end, but those of the wicked will be eternal.
'''Verses''' 17-21
There should be deliverance and [[holiness]] at [[Jerusalem]], and the house of [[Jacob]] would again occupy their possessions. Much of this prophecy was fulfilled when the [[Jews]] returned to their own land. But the [[salvation]] and [[holiness]] of the [[gospel]], its spread, and the conversion of the [[Gentiles]], seem also to be intended, especially the restoration of [[Israel]], the destruction of [[Text:EBD:[[Text:EBD:Antichrist|Antichrist]]|antichrist]], and the prosperous state of the [[church]], to which all the prophets bear witness. When [[Christ|Jesus Christ]] is come, and not till then, shall the kingdom be the [[Lord]]'s in the full sense of the term. As none that exalt themselves against the [[Lord]] shall prosper, and all shall be brought down; so none that wait upon the [[Lord]], and put their [[trust]] in him, shall ever be dismayed. Blessed be the Divine [[Saviour]] and Judge on Mount [[Zion]]! His word shall be a savour of life unto life unto numbers, while it judges and condemns obstinate unbelievers.
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[[Category:MHC Concise Bible Commentary|Book of Obadiah]]
topic_name = Matthew Henry Concise Bible Commentary : Obadiah |
subtopics = The Prophet [[Text:EBD:Obadiah, Book of|Obadiah]] |
opinion_pieces = {{short_opinions}}
* [[Text:EBD:Obadiah, Book of|Easton's Bible Dictionary entry on Obadiah]] |
}}
Read the book of [[Book of Obadiah|Obadiah]] from the [[Holy Bible|Bible]]
{{chapters}}
[[Obadiah 1|1]]
==Commentary==
[[Text:MHC Concise Obadiah 1|1]]
{{mhc import}}
'''Commentary on the book of [[Obadiah]]'''
The first part denounces the destruction of Edom, dwelling upon the injuries they inflicted upon the [[Jews]]. The second foretells the restoration of the [[Jews]], and the latter glories of the [[church]].
----
'''Chapter''' 1
''Chapter Outline''
Destruction to come upon Edom. Their offences against [[Jacob]].
(1-16)
The restoration of the [[Jews]], and their flourishing state in the latter times.
(17-21)
'''Verses''' 1-16
This prophecy is against Edom. Its destruction seems to have been typical, as their father Esau's rejection; and to refer to the destruction of the enemies of the [[gospel]] [[church]]. See the prediction of the success of that war; Edom shall be spoiled, and brought down. All the enemies of [[God]]'s [[church]] shall be disappointed in the things they stay themselves on. [[God]] can easily lay those low who magnify and exalt themselves; and will do it. Carnal security ripens men for ruin, and makes the ruin worse when it comes. Treasures on earth cannot be so safely laid up but that thieves may break through and steal; it is therefore our wisdom to lay up for ourselves treasures in heaven. Those that make flesh their trust, arm it against themselves. The [[God]] of our covenant will never deceive us: but if we [[trust]] men with whom we join ourselves, it may prove to us a wound and dishonour. [[God]] will justly deny those understanding to keep out of danger, who will not use their understandings to keep out of sin. All violence, all unrighteousness, is sin; but it makes the violence far worse, if it be done against any of [[God]]'s people. Their barbarous conduct towards [[Judah]] and [[Jerusalem]], is charged upon them. In reflecting on ourselves, it is good to consider what we should have done; to compare our practice with the Scripture rule. Sin, thus looked upon in the glass of the commandment, will appear exceedingly sinful. Those have a great deal to answer for, who are idle spectators of the troubles of their neighbours, when able to be active helpers. Those make themselves poor, who think to make themselves rich by the ruin of the people of [[God]]; and those deceive themselves, who call all that their own on which they can lay their hands in a day of calamity. Though judgment begins at the house of [[God]], it shall not end there. Let sorrowful [[believer]]s and insolent oppressors know, that the troubles of the righteous will soon end, but those of the wicked will be eternal.
'''Verses''' 17-21
There should be deliverance and [[holiness]] at [[Jerusalem]], and the house of [[Jacob]] would again occupy their possessions. Much of this prophecy was fulfilled when the [[Jews]] returned to their own land. But the [[salvation]] and [[holiness]] of the [[gospel]], its spread, and the conversion of the [[Gentiles]], seem also to be intended, especially the restoration of [[Israel]], the destruction of [[Text:EBD:[[Text:EBD:Antichrist|Antichrist]]|antichrist]], and the prosperous state of the [[church]], to which all the prophets bear witness. When [[Christ|Jesus Christ]] is come, and not till then, shall the kingdom be the [[Lord]]'s in the full sense of the term. As none that exalt themselves against the [[Lord]] shall prosper, and all shall be brought down; so none that wait upon the [[Lord]], and put their [[trust]] in him, shall ever be dismayed. Blessed be the Divine [[Saviour]] and Judge on Mount [[Zion]]! His word shall be a savour of life unto life unto numbers, while it judges and condemns obstinate unbelievers.
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[[Category:MHC Concise Bible Commentary|Book of Obadiah]]