Malachi 2:6

Malachi 2:6 states in greater detail how Levi met his obligation.

The law of truth was in his mouth For law see on Hosea 4:6. It was the duty of the priests to instruct the people in the law of Jehovah (see on Hosea 4:6; Micah 3:11; compare Leviticus 10:11; Deuteronomy 33:10; Haggai 2:11; Zechariah 7:3); this duty Levi fulfilled faithfully; he gave instruction according to the truth.

Iniquity R.V., “unrighteousness.” He did not teach for reward (Micah 3:11; compare Deuteronomy 16:18-19), nor did he call good that which was evil ( compare Malachi 1:8). As a result his relations with Jehovah were of a friendly character.

He walked with me He sustained “confidential intercourse” with God, and walked, so to speak, by his side like an intimate companion and friend (compare Genesis 5:22).

In peace Neither side did anything to interrupt the happiness and fellowship (Malachi 2:5).

Equity R.V., “uprightness.” His life corresponded to his words; he gave truthful instruction and he “practiced what he preached.”

Did turn many away from iniquity By his teaching and his consistent life. In those early days the priest took an active interest in the spiritual welfare of the people; only too soon did he forget his duties (Malachi 1:6-14; compare Hosea 4:6; Micah 3:11).