Obadiah 1:3 net — Your presumptuous heart has deceived you– you who reside in the safety of the rocky cliffs, whose home is high in the m…

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"Your presumptuous heart has deceived you– you who reside in the safety of the rocky cliffs, whose home is high in the mountains. You think to yourself,‘No one can bring me down to the ground!’"

— Obadiah 1:3, NET Bible

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Obadiah 1 — Context

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¶ God’s Judgment on Edom The vision that Obadiah saw. The Sovereign LORD says this concerning Edom: Edom’s Approaching Destruction We have heard a report from the LORD. An envoy was sent among the nations, saying,“Arise! Let us make war against Edom!”

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The LORD says,“Look! I will make you a weak nation; you will be greatly despised!

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Your presumptuous heart has deceived you– you who reside in the safety of the rocky cliffs, whose home is high in the mountains. You think to yourself,‘No one can bring me down to the ground!’

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Even if you were to soar high like an eagle, even if you were to make your nest among the stars, I can bring you down even from there!” says the LORD.

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“If thieves came to rob you during the night, they would steal only as much as they wanted! If grape pickers came to harvest your vineyards, they would leave some behind for the poor! But you will be totally destroyed!

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How the people of Esau will be thoroughly plundered! Their hidden valuables will be ransacked!

Obadiah 1:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Obadiah 1:3 say?
Obadiah 1:3 in the NET Bible reads: “Your presumptuous heart has deceived you– you who reside in the safety of the rocky cliffs, whose home is high in the mountains. You think to yourself,‘No one can bring me down to the ground!’”
Where is Obadiah 1:3 in the Bible?
Obadiah 1:3 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Obadiah, chapter 1, verse 3.
Who wrote Obadiah?
Obadiah is traditionally attributed to Obadiah (otherwise unknown). It was written c. 586–550 BC.
What is the book of Obadiah about?
The shortest book in the Old Testament is a single chapter of judgment against Edom — Esau's descendants — for gloating over Judah's destruction. It ends with a confident note: "the kingdom shall be the LORD's."
What are the major themes of Obadiah?
Obadiah explores themes including Judgment on Edom, Pride, The Day of the LORD, God's Kingdom. These themes shape the meaning and context of Obadiah 1:3.
What translation should I read Obadiah 1:3 in?
Obadiah 1:3 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Obadiah 1:3?
Obadiah 1:3 reads (NET): “Your presumptuous heart has deceived you– you who reside in the safety of the rocky cliffs, whose home is high in the mountains. You think to yourself,‘No one can bring me down to the ground!’” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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