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Post-Exile Disappointment
- Post-exilic Israelites were disillusioned when Jerusalem did not regain its former glory and full sovereignty.
- They faced subtle oppression under Persian rule, which was harder to resist than Babylonian domination.
Dangers of Idealizing the Past
- Longing for a glorified past often leads to bitterness and poor living in the present.
- Remembering the "good old days" inaccurately can cause cynicism, bad habits, and regression.
Malachi's Dialogue Format
- Malachi structures his prophecy as a dialogue (quna) between God and His people.
- This format highlights confrontations over the people's lax worship and attitudes.