Malachi 1:6
The Scripture
(6) A son honoureth his father, and a servant his master: if then I be a father, where is mine honour? and if I be a master, where is my fear? saith the LORD of hosts unto you, O priests, that despise my name. And ye say, Wherein have we despised thy name?
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In chapter 1 the Lord rebukes the people of Israel for their rebellion and lack of reverence, reminding them that He is the true God and that they have turned away from Him. The chapter also calls for repentance and a return to God's covenant, warning that He will judge them for their disobedience.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Exodus 20:12Leviticus 19:3Deuteronomy 5:16Proverbs 30:11Proverbs 30:17Matthew 15:4Matthew 15:6Matthew 19:19Mark 7:10Mark 10:19Luke 18:20Ephesians 6:2
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