Haggai could be titled “Get With the Program.” Like a drill sergeant, Haggai rebuked the returnees for taking so long in rebuilding the temple.
The Hebrew, Greek, and English titles for the book are all taken from the proper name of the prophet who delivered the message of this book.
Almost nothing whatsoever is known about “Haggai the Prophet.” His name means “festive” but it was no party for the returnees listening to his message.