Strong’s H5031

נְבִיאָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

nbiy'ah

Pronunciation

neh-bee-AH

Definition

Prophetess

Meaning

a prophetess, inspired woman, a poetess, a, prophet's wife

Usage

The term "nebiah" refers to a female prophet, a woman who is divinely inspired to communicate God's messages to His people. In the Hebrew Bible, prophetesses played significant roles in guiding, instructing, and sometimes leading the people of Israel. They were recognized for their spiritual insight and ability to convey God's will.

Bible references

Exodus 15:20;Judges 4:4;2 Kings 22:14;2 Chronicles 34:22;Nehemiah 6:14;Isaiah 8:3