4396
From Textus Receptus
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4396 προφητης prophetes prof-ay’-tace
from a compound of 4253 and 5346; n m
AV-prophet 149; 149
- 1) in Greek writings, an interpreter of oracles or of other hidden things
- 2) one who, moved by the Spirit of God and hence his organ or spokesman, solemnly declares to men what he has received by inspiration, especially concerning future events, and in particular such as relate to the cause and kingdom of God and to human salvation
- 2a) the OT prophets, having foretold the kingdom, deeds and death, of Jesus the Messiah.
- 2b) of John the Baptist, the herald of Jesus the Messiah
- 2c) of the illustrious prophet, the Jews expected before the advent of the Messiah
- 2d) the Messiah
