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What is the Last Book of the Old Testament?

Answer: Malachi.

Testament contains 39 books, while the New Testament contains 27 books. The final book of the Old Testament is the Book of Malachi, named after its author, the prophet Malachi.

Malachi is one of the twelve “minor” prophets in the Old Testament. The term “minor” refers to the length of their writings, not their importance. These prophets’ books are shorter than those of the “major” prophets, like Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel.

The Book of Malachi is composed of four chapters and addresses various issues that the people of Israel faced during Malachi’s time. It mainly focuses on the themes of God’s love for Israel, the people’s unfaithfulness, the need for repentance, and the promise of God’s judgment and future restoration.

Malachi’s prophetic message serves as a bridge between the Old and New Testaments, as he speaks of the coming of a messenger who will prepare the way for the Lord. This messenger is later identified as John the Baptist in the New Testament, who prepares the way for Jesus Christ.

In summary, the Book of Malachi is the last book of the Old Testament, and it is authored by the prophet Malachi, one of the twelve minor prophets. The book addresses various themes such as God’s love, the people’s unfaithfulness, and the need for repentance, while also pointing to the coming of a messenger who will usher in a new era in God’s relationship with His people.