Strong’s G4395

προφητεύω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

prophéteuó

Pronunciation

prof-ay-tyoo'-o

Definition

To prophesy, to speak forth by divine inspiration, to predict

Meaning

I foretell, prophesy; I set forth matter of divine teaching by special faculty.

Usage

The verb "prophéteuó" refers to the act of delivering a message from God, often involving foretelling future events or declaring God's will. In the New Testament, it encompasses both the prediction of future events and the proclamation of God's truth. It is a spiritual gift that involves speaking under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, often for the edification, exhortation, and comfort of the church (1 Corinthians 14:3).

Bible references

Matthew 7:22;Matthew 11:13;Matthew 15:7;Matthew 26:68;Mark 7:6;Mark 14:65;Luke 1:67;Luke 22:64;John 11:51;Acts 2:17;Acts 2:18;Acts 19:6;Acts 21:9;1 Corinthians 11:4;1 Corinthians 11:5;1 Corinthians 13:9;1 Corinthians 14:1;1 Corinthians 14:3;1 Corinthians 14:4;1 Corinthians 14:5;1 Corinthians 14:5;1 Corinthians 14:24;1 Corinthians 14:31;1 Corinthians 14:39;1 Peter 1:10