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prophesy

Meaning of “prophesy”

To declare or convey a message as divinely inspired, including foretelling, whether truly or falsely.

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90 occurrences78 verses19 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Numbers 11:27

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Matthew 15:7
Ye hypocrites, well did Esaias prophesy of you, saying,
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Yee hypocrites, well did Esaias prophecie of you, saying,

Matthew 26:68
Saying, prophesy unto us, thou Christ, Who is he that smote thee?
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Saying, Prophecie vnto vs, thou Christ, who is he that smote thee?

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