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Prophets
Prophets (noun) means People believed to speak on behalf of a god or to foretell future events, especially in a religious tradition. Example: “The museum has an exhibit on the prophets of the Old Testament.”
noun
1
People believed to speak on behalf of a god or to foretell future events, especially in a religious tradition.
"The museum has an exhibit on the prophets of the Old Testament."
"Many religions honor a line of prophets who delivered moral teachings."
2
In some Bibles, a named section made up of books traditionally attributed to or centered on these figures.
"Isaiah and Jeremiah both appear in the section called the Prophets."
How to use Prophets
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishPeople who are said to speak messages from God, or (capitalized) the part of a holy book containing their writings.
Common pairings
the Prophets
a false prophet
prophets of old
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Prophets” mean?
The word “Prophets” means people believed to speak on behalf of a god or to foretell future events, especially in a religious tradition. In plain terms, people who are said to speak messages from God, or (capitalized) the part of a holy book containing their writings.
How do you use “Prophets” in a sentence?
Here is “Prophets” used in a sentence: “The museum has an exhibit on the prophets of the Old Testament.”
What part of speech is “Prophets”?
“Prophets” is a noun.
Is “Prophets” a common word?
“Prophets” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Prophets” have?
“Prophets” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: people believed to speak on behalf of a god or to foretell future events, especially in a religious tradition.
What is the difference between a prophet and a preacher?
A prophet is traditionally believed to speak on behalf of a god or to foretell future events, while a preacher is someone who delivers religious sermons or teachings without necessarily claiming divine revelation or predictive insight. Prophets are associated with revelation, whereas preachers focus on instruction and interpretation.
What does Prophets mean as a section in some Bibles?
In some Bible structures, Prophets refers to a named section made up of books traditionally attributed to or centered on prophetic figures, distinct from other sections like the Law or the Writings.
Is prophets always a religious term?
It is almost always used in a religious or spiritual sense, referring to figures believed to communicate divine messages or predict future events, though it can occasionally be used loosely and figuratively for someone who predicts trends outside religion, such as a prophet of doom.
