Haggai, a post-exilic prophet, encouraged the Jews to rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem after their return from Babylonian exile, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing the Temple’s reconstruction to restore their relationship with God.
The Book of Malachi serves as a poignant reminder of God’s fidelity and the expectations He sets for His followers, paving the way for New Testament teachings and the coming of John the Baptist as the “messenger” foretold in the prophecies.
