prophets

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Modern directors and adapters are wary of the civic and cosmic levels, perhaps out of fear that pagan prophets and citizen choruses will seem artificial or dated.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Indeed, in both cases, followers of the dead prophets are constantly finding new meaning in old prophecies.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

His first Davos appearance in 2018 met occasional boos but he made a forceful return in 2020 when he dismissed the "prophets of doom" on climate and the economy.

From Barron's • Jan. 18, 2026

“God sends prophets here and there into the earth,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2025

I had heard it many times, from various prophets, during all the years that I was growing up.

From "The Fire Next Time" by James Baldwin