Minor Prophet

noun

1. any of a group of Old Testament prophets that includes Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi.

Example Sentences

"One of those animals once spoke the truth to a minor prophet," remarked Frances, quietly.

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This would seem to bear out Mr. William Wyvern's allusion to the minor prophet element of his character.

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He does not expect an answer; unless one were at least a minor prophet it would be impossible to give one, except in the negative.

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He stood near the door, and with the enthusiasm of a minor prophet exclaimed: "'Ow beautiful is this place, Mr. Pendoggat!"

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