Definition
A person believed to be chosen by God or a deity to deliver divinely inspired messages or revelations; more broadly, someone who predicts future events or speaks on behalf of a cause or movement.
Example Usage
He was hailed as a prophet of the digital revolution, having predicted the rise of the internet decades earlier.
Origin
From Greek 'prophetes' (spokesman), originally referring to one who speaks for or interprets the will of a god to humanity.
Fun Fact
In Islamic tradition, Muhammad is considered the final prophet, and prophets like Abraham and Moses are revered across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
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