Malachi 2:16
For the Lord, the God of Israel, saith that he hateth putting away: for one covereth violence with his garment, saith the Lord of hosts: therefore take heed to your spirit, that ye deal not treacherously.
Cross-references
Deuteronomy 24:1-4 permits divorce under certain conditions; Malachi 2:16 condemns it, revealing God's original intent.
In Matthew 5:31, Jesus cites the Mosaic permission for divorce; this verse shows God's hatred of divorce, setting up the contrast.
In Matthew 5:32, Jesus restricts divorce to one exception; this verse from Malachi already condemns it, showing continuity.
Matthew 19:3-9 cites creation and says divorce was not intended; Malachi 2:16 is the prophetic echo of that same original design.
Mark 10:2-12 parallels Matthew 19, affirming that divorce is a concession; this verse condemns it outright.
Luke 16:18 states that divorce and remarriage is adultery; Malachi 2:16 similarly declares God hates divorce.
Matthew 19:7 records Pharisees citing Moses' divorce permit—contrasting God's declaration in Malachi 2:16 that He hates divorce.