The deliverers will ascend Mount Zion
This phrase refers to the leaders or saviors who will rise to bring about God's justice and restoration. Mount Zion, a significant location in Jerusalem, symbolizes God's holy presence and the center of His kingdom. Historically, Zion was the site of the Jebusite fortress captured by David, becoming the City of David. In a broader biblical context, Zion represents the spiritual kingdom of God. The ascent of deliverers to Zion signifies a divine appointment and empowerment to execute God's will. This imagery connects to the idea of God's chosen people being restored and elevated to a place of prominence and authority.

to rule over the mountains of Esau
The mountains of Esau refer to the territory of Edom, the descendants of Esau, Jacob's brother. Historically, Edom was located southeast of the Dead Sea, a region characterized by rugged terrain. The ruling over Edom signifies the subjugation of those who opposed Israel, fulfilling prophecies of judgment against Edom for their hostility towards the Israelites (see Amos 1:11-12, Isaiah 34:5-6). This phrase also reflects the broader biblical theme of God's justice prevailing over His enemies and the ultimate triumph of His people. The deliverers' rule over Edom symbolizes the reversal of fortunes and the establishment of God's order.

And the kingdom will belong to the LORD
This statement emphasizes the ultimate sovereignty of God over all nations and kingdoms. It reflects the biblical theme of God's eternal dominion and the establishment of His kingdom on earth as it is in heaven. This echoes the prophetic visions found in Daniel 2:44 and Revelation 11:15, where God's kingdom is depicted as everlasting and supreme over all earthly powers. The phrase underscores the fulfillment of God's promises to His people and the culmination of His redemptive plan. It points to the eschatological hope of a future where God's rule is fully realized, and His justice and peace reign supreme.

1. Deliverers
These are the saviors or leaders who will ascend Mount Zion. In the context of Obadiah, they represent those who will bring about God's justice and restoration.

2. Mount Zion
A significant biblical location, often symbolizing God's holy presence and the center of His kingdom. It is a place of deliverance and divine rule.

3. Mountains of Esau
Refers to the territory of Edom, the descendants of Esau. In the prophetic context, it symbolizes opposition to God's people and His kingdom.

4. The LORD
The covenant name of God, Yahweh, who is sovereign and whose kingdom will ultimately prevail.

5. The Kingdom
Represents God's ultimate rule and authority over all nations, emphasizing the eschatological hope of God's people.God's Sovereignty
Obadiah 1:21 emphasizes that the ultimate authority and kingdom belong to the LORD. Believers can find comfort in knowing that God's plans will prevail despite current circumstances.

Role of Deliverers
The deliverers ascending Mount Zion symbolize God's use of His people to bring about justice and restoration. Christians are called to be agents of God's kingdom, promoting His justice and righteousness.

Judgment and Restoration
The judgment of the mountains of Esau signifies God's justice against those who oppose Him. It serves as a reminder of the importance of aligning with God's purposes and the hope of restoration for His people.

Eschatological Hope
The promise that "the kingdom will belong to the LORD" points to the future hope of God's complete reign. Believers are encouraged to live with an eternal perspective, anticipating the fulfillment of God's promises.Verse 21. - § 2, The prophet sums up his prediction: with the conquest of the Gentiles salvation shall come to Zion in all its fulness. Saviours. The LXX. incorrectly takes the word passively, translating it ἀνασωζόμενοι, "they that are saved;" so Aquila, Theodolion, and the Syriac; Symmachus rightly, σώζοντες: Vulgate, salvatores. The judges are so called in Judges 3:9, 15 (comp. 2 Kings 13:5; Nehemiah 9:27). The judges had a twofold character - they were deliverers and governors, as in the present ease. Here the immediate reference is to Zerubbabel and the valiant Maccabees, who severely punished the Idumeans (2 Macc. 10:15, etc.; Josephus, 'Ant.,' 13:09. 1). But all these "saviours" are types and forerunners of the Messiah, "the Saviour which is Christ the Lord?" Shall come up. Not from exile, but simply as ascending a hill, and taking their seat there. Mount Zion. The seat of the kingdom of God, in contrast with "the mount of Esau," the type of the enemies of Israel and of God. To judge; LXX., τοῦ ἐκδικῆσαι, "to take vengeance on." But the "judging" is not only the taking of vengeance on Edom and that which it represents, the expression includes the notion of governing; so that the prophet looks forward to the time when the heathen shall submit themselves to the dominion of the people of God, and, as the following clause foretells, "the kingdoms of this world are become the kingdoms of our Lord, and of his Christ" (Revelation 11:15). The kingdom shall be the Lord's. No earthly accomplishment could fulfil this great announcement. The kingdom can be Jehovah's; he can show himself as Ruler of the world, and be acknowledged as such by the nations, only under Christ. This is "the sceptre of Judah" of which Jacob spoke (Genesis 49:10); this is the throne of David which was to be established forever (2 Samuel 7:16); this is what all the prophets fore, w, what we are still expecting, what we daily pray for, as we say, "thy kingdom come" - when "the Lord shall be King over all the earth, and there shall be one Lord, and his name one" (Zechariah 14:9).

Parallel Commentaries ...

The deliverers
מֽוֹשִׁעִים֙ (mō·wō·ši·‘îm)
Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 3467: To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor

will ascend
וְעָל֤וּ (wə·‘ā·lū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively

Mount
בְּהַ֣ר (bə·har)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 2022: Mountain, hill, hill country

Zion
צִיּ֔וֹן (ṣî·yō·wn)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 6726: Zion -- a mountain in Jerusalem, also a name for Jerusalem

to rule over
לִשְׁפֹּ֖ט (liš·pōṭ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 8199: To judge, pronounce sentence, to vindicate, punish, to govern, to litigate

the mountains
הַ֣ר (har)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 2022: Mountain, hill, hill country

of Esau.
עֵשָׂ֑ו (‘ê·śāw)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6215: Esau -- oldest son of Isaac

And the kingdom
הַמְּלוּכָֽה׃ (ham·mə·lū·ḵāh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4410: Something ruled, a realm

will belong to
וְהָיְתָ֥ה (wə·hā·yə·ṯāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

the LORD.
לַֽיהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel


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