PROPHECY

n.

3 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
n.

A declaration of something to come; a foretelling; a prediction; esp., an inspired foretelling. He hearkens after prophecies and dreams. Shak. Prophecy came not in old time by the will of man. 2. Pet. i. 21.

2.
n.

A book of prophecies; a history; as, the prophecy of Ahijah. 2 Chron. ix. 29.

3.
n.

Public interpretation of Scripture; preaching; exhortation or instruction.


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