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Prophet

Malachi

475 BC – 420 BC

Last Old Testament prophet, who confronted the spiritual apathy of post-exilic Judah. Foretold the coming of Elijah before the great Day of the Lord, closing the prophetic voice for four centuries.

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Prophet
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475 BC – 420 BC
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Persian Empire
475 BC420 BC
Persian Empire
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Prophecy & Fulfillment
Malachi ProphesiesBirth of John the Baptist

I will send my messenger to prepare the way (Malachi 3:1) — fulfilled in John the Baptist (Mark 1:2-4).

Malachi ProphesiesMinistry of Jesus Begins

Behold, I send Elijah the prophet before the great day of the Lord (Malachi 4:5) — Jesus identifies John the Baptist as this Elijah (Matthew 11:14).

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Last Old Testament prophet, who confronted the spiritual apathy of post-exilic Judah.

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