Haggai

Haggai was a prophet in the Hebrew Bible, who lived during the 6th century BC. He was the son of Shealtiel, and his siblings were Zechariah and Malachi. He is best known for his prophetic book, which is the second shortest book in the Bible. Haggai's role was to encourage the Jews to rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem, which had been destroyed by the Babylonians. He was sent by God to remind the people of their covenant with Him, and to encourage them to rebuild the Temple. He prophesied that the Temple would be restored and that God would bless the people if they obeyed Him. Haggai's prophecies were fulfilled when the Temple was rebuilt in 515 BC. He is remembered for his role in the rebuilding of the Temple, and for his prophecies of God's blessings for those who obey Him. He is also remembered for his encouragement of the people to remain faithful to God and to His covenant.

Haggai was mentioned 11 times in the Bible.

first mention in the bible is in the book of Ezra, chapter 5, verse 1.