01 n. A declaration of something to come; a foretelling; a prediction; esp., an inspired foretelling.
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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.
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A book of prophecies; a history; as, the prophecy of Ahijah.(Script.)
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Public interpretation of Scripture; preaching; exhortation or instruction.