minor prophet

The term "minor prophet" refers to the twelve prophets in the Old Testament with shorter books compared to the major prophets.

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Definition

B2Biblical Studies

(religious, academic)Any of the twelve prophets in the Old Testament known for their shorter writings.

Example

  • Hosea is considered a minor prophet because his book is shorter than those of major prophets like Isaiah.
  • The teachings of the minor prophets continue to influence theological studies today.