Malachi
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A book of the Old Testament: "Malachi" is the name of the final book of the Old Testament, containing prophetic writings.
- A Hebrew prophet: "Malachi" is the name of a minor prophet in the Hebrew Bible, traditionally considered the author of the book, who lived in the 5th century BC.
Usage Examples
Proper noun (Book): The Book of Malachi addresses issues of religious and social corruption.We studied the prophecies in Malachi during our theology class.
Proper noun (Person): The prophet Malachi delivered his messages after the return from exile.Malachi is often considered the last of the Old Testament prophets.
Advanced Usage
- "The Malachi prophecy": Refers specifically to the prophetic messages contained within the biblical book.
Variants and Related Words
- Malachian (adj): Pertaining to the prophet Malachi or his writings. (Rare, scholarly usage)
Synonyms
- The Book of Malachi: The full title of the biblical book.
- The Prophet Malachi: A clear reference to the historical figure.
Related Phrases
- "The oracle of Malachi": A formal way to refer to the prophetic message.
Noun
- an Old Testament book containing the prophecies of Malachi
- a Hebrew minor prophet of the 5th century BC