CRITICAL NOTES.] MESSENGER] The prophet, in first instance; applied to the Baptist (Matthew 11:10; Luke 7:27). PREPARE] Clear away, like a pioneer before an Eastern prince. SUDDENLY] Unexpectedly. MALACHI 3:2.] Judgment will begin at the coming of the Lord. WHO] _i.e._ no one can endure it (cf. Joel... [ Continue Reading ]
CRITICAL NOTES. Malachi 3:6. I Jehovah] am unchangeable in gifts and calling, therefore sons of JACOB] (contrasted with Jehovah) will not be destroyed. “The Divine immutability secured the preservation of the Jewish people from destruction, not withstanding their flagrant wickedness, till he had ac... [ Continue Reading ]
CRITICAL NOTES. Malachi 3:13.] Impatient murmuring is most unreasonable; the day is coming which will bring to light the distinction between the righteous and the wicked. MALACHI 3:13. STOUT] (bold) sig. to bind fast, make firm, and in a bad sense to be _hard_ or obstinate, such as that in Jude 1:... [ Continue Reading ]