How long does it take to read the book of Obadiah?
About 3 minutes if you read it silently. Out loud it takes about the same, and an audio Bible takes about 4 minutes. Obadiah is a single chapter of 21 verses and 610 words.
- Silently
- 3 min
- Out loud
- 3 min
- Listening
- 4 min
About Obadiah
Obadiah is the shortest book in the Old Testament, announcing God's judgment on the nation of Edom for its pride and for how it treated Judah in a day of trouble.
The 31st of the Bible's 66 books, in the Old Testament (Minor Prophets).
A tip for reading it
It takes only a few minutes, so read it all in one go and notice God's care for His people.
Plan your reading of Obadiah
Short enough for one sitting. You can also plan a bigger reading from here.
How will you read it?
Obadiah is a single chapter. It takes about 3 minutes to read silently, so one sitting is plenty.
Questions about Obadiah
How long does it take to read Obadiah out loud?
About 3 minutes at a comfortable reading-aloud pace. Listening to an audio Bible, it takes about 4 minutes.
How many chapters are in Obadiah?
Obadiah is a single chapter of 21 verses, 610 words in the Berean Standard Bible.
Can I read Obadiah in one sitting?
Yes. At about 3 minutes, Obadiah fits in one sitting, and reading a book straight through is a good way to see its whole message.
What is Obadiah about?
Obadiah is the shortest book in the Old Testament, announcing God's judgment on the nation of Edom for its pride and for how it treated Judah in a day of trouble.