My messenger is the translation of the Hebrew malachi. The priestly cult, at least in this prophet s eyes, needs purification. In addition, the people must refrain from non-sanctioned behavior such as observing foreign gods and intermarrying. The messenger is to discharge these Heavenly orders. Sanitized and purified, Judah and Jerusalem will be restored as in the days of old.
More admonitions follow.
In consonance with Zechariah, whose visions explored the end of days, Malachi adduces his own version of eschatology. But to the God-fearers, there is hope. At last, the identity of My messenger is revealed. We end the prophetic books as they had begun. Obey God and receive the joy of victory.