This episode explores the life and background of Ovadiah Hanavi (Obadiah), beginning with his ancestry and early years in the shadow of the wicked Omri dynasty. It highlights Ovadiah’s quiet heroism, including hiding a hundred prophets during King Achav’s reign and borrowing money with interest to save them. The episode builds toward the dramatic moment when Ovadiah meets Eliyahu Hanavi during a time of famine and national crisis.

00:00 - Intro

00:58 - Ovadiah's Ancestry

02:31 - Early Life of Ovadiah

04:45 - The Dynasty of Omri

09:39 - King Achav

14:57 - Chiyel Rebuilds Yericho

18:24 - Eliyahu Hanavi and the Famine

23:00 - The Search for Eliyahu

26:55 - Ovadiah is Promoted

30:10 - Ovadiah Hides the Prophets

34:28 - Ovadiah Borrows with Interest

36:15 - Eliyahu is Forced to End the Famine

39:10 - Ovadiah Meets Eliyahu

This episode is dedicated in loving memory of Aharon Ben Avraham