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Definition "Prophet" Oxford Dictionary meaning: Inspired teacher, revealer or interpreter of God's will. Prophetical writers of O.T., major prophets, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel, the 12 minor prophets, Hosea to Malachi. Spokesman, advocate (of principle), one who foretells events.

Activity 2: What is a "Prophet"?

A. Each of you will have certain roles to play within the group: Recorder, Presenter, Designer/Researcher and Group Leader. You will swap roles in each of the activities so you will have a turn at presenting your group's ideas to the class. Decide who will fulfill each function for this activity. 

B. Brainstorm the meaning of the word "Prophet".

C. Look up the meaning in:

The Online Dictionary

The HyperDictionary

The ChristianAnswers.net - Definition of a Prophet

Thesauraus.com - Prophet

Barmitzvahs.org - Prophets and Prophecy

What is Bible prophecy?

and compare it to the Oxford Dictionary meaning (in the scroll) and the definition (below).

"...the term refers to one who communicates the divine will. The prophet is an intermediary, a spokesperson - one who acts and speaks on behalf of Another."
(Bernhard W. Anderson,  1990, 248) Professor Emeritus of Old Testament Theology, Princeton Theological Seminary; and Adjunct Professor of Old Testament Theology in the University of Boston.

D. What is the difference between a Prophet and a "Messenger"

The HyperDictionary

Definition: Messenger

Messenger Bible Study - Definition

E. Come up with a group meaning for "Prophet".

F. As a class, come to a consensus on the meaning of the word "Prophet". Write this up on the class noticeboard.

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