a. The vision of Obadiah: The Hebrew name Obadiah means “Worshipper of Yahweh” or “Servant of Yahweh.” There are 13 “Obadiahs” in the Old Testament, and one of these may the Obadiah who wrote this book. • An Obadiah was an officer in King Ahab of Israel’s court and hid God’s prophets in a cave (1 Kings 18:3) • An Obadiah was sent out by King Jehoshaphat of Judah
Obadiah 1–4