Malachi

Prophecy · Old Testament · Malachi (historically debated as a proper name or a title meaning 'my messenger') · c. 460–430 BCE

The Book of Malachi is the final book of the Minor Prophets, structured as a series of six disputations between Yahweh and the post-exilic Judean community. It addresses failures in the priesthood, corrupt sacrificial offerings, social injustice, and intermarriage, concluding with the promise of the 'day of the Lord' and the return of Elijah.

4 chapters

• 1Malachi 1God declares His love for Israel and rebukes the priests for offering blemished, disrespectful sacrifices on His altar.
• 2Malachi 2God rebukes the corrupt priests, condemns Judah's unfaithfulness and divorce, and warns those who weary Him with false claims about justice.
• 3Malachi 3God announces a messenger to prepare His way, warns of impending judgment, and promises blessings if Israel returns to faithful tithing.
• 4Malachi 4God foretells the fiery destruction of the wicked, the restoration of the righteous, and Elijah's return before the great day arrives.