Malachi 2:7
The Scripture
(7) For the priest's lips should keep knowledge, and they should seek the law at his mouth: for he is the messenger of the LORD of hosts.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the Israelites are accused of having abandoned the required sacrifices, offering neither burnt offerings nor sin offerings. Their disobedience is presented as a clear sign that God will send a messenger to warn them of impending judgment. The chapter stresses the importance of keeping God's commandments and the serious consequences of ignoring them.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Leviticus 10:11Deuteronomy 17:8Deuteronomy 17:9Deuteronomy 17:10Deuteronomy 17:11Deuteronomy 21:5Deuteronomy 24:8II Chronicles 17:8II Chronicles 17:9II Chronicles 30:22Ezra 7:10Nehemiah 8:2
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