Overview
Sepharad is referenced in Obadiah's prophecy as a destination of the Israelite diaspora. The exact location of Sepharad remains debated among scholars, though some identify it with Sardis in Asia Minor or Spain. The mention highlights God's sovereignty over the scattering and regathering of His people.
Key Scriptures
"And the captives of this host of the children of Israel shall possess that of the Canaanites, even unto Zarephath; and the captives of Jerusalem, which are in Sepharad, shall possess the cities of the south" (Obadiah 1:20, KJV).
The ESV renders it: "The exiles of this host of the people of Israel shall possess the land of the Canaanites as far as Zarephath, and the exiles of Jerusalem who are in Sepharad shall possess the cities of the Negeb" (Obadiah 1:20).
Application
This prophecy encourages believers that God remembers His scattered people and will restore them, reminding us of His faithfulness across generations and nations.