προφητικός
prophētikos
prophetic
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word προφητικός (prophētikos) is a term that describes something or someone related to prophecy. Its short definition is "prophetic," indicating a connection to the act of speaking or receiving divine messages. This word appears only twice in the Bible, suggesting a specific and deliberate use by the authors. Its limited occurrences imply that the concept of prophecy is not a central theme in these passages, but rather a significant aspect that warrants attention. The significance of προφητικός lies in its association with the realm of divine communication. It highlights the idea that certain individuals or messages possess a special connection to the divine, conveying important information or guidance.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
2 total occurrences across the text
{14.25} having been made manifest however now through also Scriptures prophetic according to the commandment of the Eternal God unto the obedience of faith — to all the Gentiles having been made known —
2 Peter 1:19We have the more sure word of prophecy; and you do well that you heed it, as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns, and the morning star arises in your hearts: