prophecy
A prediction, especially one made by a prophet or under divine inspiration.
Example
“French writer Nostradamus made a prophecy in his book.”
Other meanings
The public interpretation of Scripture.
Word history
From Ancient Greek "προφητεία".
Where this comes from
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