Malachi

Theme: Covenant Faithfulness and Coming Judgment
Protagonists: God, the faithful remnant
Antagonists: Corrupt priests, disobedient worshipers
Summary:
Malachi confronts Israel’s spiritual laziness and calls them back to genuine worship. He rebukes dishonor in offerings, unfaithful marriages, and injustice. The book closes with the promise of Elijah’s return and the coming Day of the Lord.