Bible dictionary for children
Prophetess
Prophetess is a word for a woman who speaks God's message.
In simple words
What does it mean?
Prophetess is a word for a woman who speaks God's message. It identifies a prophetic role, not a less important kind of message.
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What responsibilities does the account give Deborah?
An example from the Bible
Judges describes Deborah as a prophetess and a judge. People come to her for decisions, and she gives direction in Israel's crisis.
Read Judges 4:4 ↗A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
Read the surrounding passage to see who is speaking and how this word or idea is being used. The linked reading opens the full chapter.
Related reading: Judges 4:4
Now Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lappidoth, judged Israel at that time.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
