Key Figures — Malachi 3

4 figures

The Lord
The speaker and judge who promises to send a messenger and purify His people.
The Lord speaks through Malachi, promising to send a messenger to prepare the way and to come suddenly to His temple. He will purify the Levites and judge those who do not fear Him.
Related passages
The Messenger
The one who prepares the way before the Lord.
The messenger is prophesied to prepare the way for the Lord's coming, often associated with John the Baptist in the New Testament.
Related passages
- Matthew 11:10 (Jesus identifies John the Baptist as the messenger)
- Mark 1:2-3 (John the Baptist's role in preparing the way)
The Levites
The priestly tribe who will be purified by the Lord.
The Levites are mentioned as those who will be refined and purified so that they may offer righteous offerings to the Lord.
Related passages
- Exodus 32:26-29 (The Levites' dedication to the Lord)
- Hebrews 7:11 (Discussion of the Levitical priesthood)
The People of Israel
The recipients of the Lord's message and call to return to Him.
The people are called to return to the Lord, particularly in their tithes and offerings, and are promised blessings if they do so.
Related passages
- Deuteronomy 28:1-14 (Blessings for obedience)
- 2 Chronicles 7:14 (Call to return to the Lord)

The Lord