How many prophets in the new testament
In the New Testament, there are several individuals who are referred to as prophets, although the term "prophet" is not always used explicitly. Here are some examples:
- John the Baptist (Matthew 3:3, Mark 1:2-3, Luke 1:76-77, John 1:23) - considered a prophet by Jesus and the early Christian church.
- Jesus Christ (Matthew 13:57, Mark 6:4, Luke 4:24) - referred to as the "Prophet" in Deuteronomy 18:15, 18, and Acts 3:22-23.
- Stephen (Acts 6:10, 7:55) - a deacon and prophet who was stoned to death for his testimony about Jesus.
- Philip (Acts 21:8) - a prophet and evangelist who preached in Samaria and Ethiopia.
- Agabus (Acts 11:28, 21:10) - a prophet who predicted a famine and warned the church about Paul's impending imprisonment.
- Barnabas (Acts 13:1) - a prophet and leader in the early Christian church.
- Simeon (Luke 2:25-35) - a prophet who recognized Jesus as the Messiah and prophesied about his future.
- Anna (Luke 2:36-38) - a prophetess who recognized Jesus as the Messiah and prophesied about his future.
It's worth noting that the term "prophet" is not used as frequently in the New Testament as it is in the Old Testament. In the New Testament, the emphasis is more on the fulfillment of prophecy through Jesus Christ, rather than on the role of individual prophets.