Bible dictionary for children
Prophet
A prophet is someone called to speak God's message.
In simple words
What does it mean?
A prophet is someone called to speak God's message. Prophets may warn, encourage or challenge; they do more than predict the future.
God tells Moses that Aaron will speak on his behalf to Pharaoh. This helps explain a prophet's role as a spokesperson.
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What is the difference between speaking for yourself and carrying someone else's message?
An example from the Bible
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God Calls Jeremiah
Jeremiah 1:1–19
God called Jeremiah to speak his words and showed him two visions about what was coming.
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Bible context & readings +
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Related reading: Exodus 7:1
Yahweh said to Moses, “Behold, I have made you as God to Pharaoh; and Aaron your brother shall be your prophet.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
