Malachi 2:7-9

Common English Bible

⁷ The lips of the priest should guard knowledge;
        everyone^[a] should seek Instruction from his mouth,
            for he is the messenger from the Lord of heavenly forces.
⁸ But you have turned from the path.
        You have caused many to stumble by your instruction.
        You have corrupted the covenant of Levi,
says the Lord of heavenly forces.
⁹ Moreover, I have made you despised and humiliated in the view of all the people,
        since none of you keep my ways
            or show respect for Instruction.