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The Use of Perfect Verbs in Prophetic Judgment and the Syntax of Betrayal in Obadiah 1:7
Introduction to Obadiah 1:7 Obadiah 1:7 is part of a prophecy against Edom, describing betrayal by its allies. The verse employs perfect verbs to express completed actions with ongoing consequences, reinforcing the certainty of Edom’s downfall. The verse is structured … Continue reading
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