Haggai
Rebuild the Temple
Haggai Bible Book Overview
We are now in the post-exile period. The Jews have returned to Jerusalem, but they have become lazy, building their own houses while leaving God's Temple in ruins. Haggai acts like a construction foreman. He challenges them: "Is it time for you to live in paneled houses while this house remains a ruin?"
His sermons worked, and the people got back to work. Haggai focused on the stones of the Temple, but his partner focused on the spiritual dreams surrounding it, which we read in Zechariah.
Key Details
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520 B.C.
Rebuild the Temple
“I will shake the heavens and the earth... and the desired of all nations will come.”
Haggai 2:6-7
Written to encourage temple rebuilding after the exile.
FAQ
What is Haggai about?expand_more
Haggai is a Minor Prophet. It delivers focused prophetic messages—often urgent and practical—calling for repentance and renewed trust in God.
How should I read Haggai?expand_more
Haggai has 2 chapters. You can read it in one sitting, or take 1 chapter per day. Use the outline sections on this page to follow the flow, and keep the key verse (Haggai 2:6-7) in mind as an anchor.
What should I focus on in Haggai?expand_more
Watch for these themes: Rebuild the Temple. Also notice how key characters (Haggai, Zerubbabel, Joshua) shape the story and how the message connects to the broader biblical narrative.
Structure & Outline
arrow_forwardCall to Rebuild
Chapter 1
arrow_forwardPromises of Glory
Chapter 2