prophecy vs prophesy :

prophecy or prophesy

“Prophecy,” the noun, (pronounced “PROF-a-see”) is a prediction. The verb “to prophesy” (pronounced “PROF-a-sigh”) means to predict something. When a prophet prophesies he or she utters prophecies.Outside of Bob Dylan’s lyrics, writers and critics do not “prophesize.” They prophesy.

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Definitions

  • n  knowledge of the future (usually said to be obtained from a divine source)
  • n  a prediction uttered under divine inspiration

  • v  predict or reveal through, or as if through, divine inspiration
  • v  deliver a sermon
News & Articles

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    The next Happy Feet class is schedule for Saturday at the Church of God of Prophecy in Delmar. To sign up for a class or check to see which schools in Salisbury are offering the program, visit www.happyfeetdelmarva.com .
    June 12, 2013 - Eastern Shore News
  • Early soccer skills program Happy Feet combines workout with learning
    The next Happy Feet class is schedule for Saturday at the Church of God of Prophecy in Delmar. To sign up for a class or check to see which schools in Salisbury are offering the program, visit www.happyfeetdelmarva.com .
    June 12, 2013 - Eastern Shore News
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    June 11, 2013 - The Wenatchee World