Definition

Noun (Proper noun, often capitalized in English contexts) 1. The Prophets: "Nebiim" is the transliterated Hebrew name for the second major division of the Hebrew Bible (Tanakh), following the Torah (Law) and preceding the Ketuvim (Writings). This section contains the books of the prophets.

Usage

• "Nebiim" is primarily used in academic, theological, or historical discussions about the structure and composition of the Hebrew Bible.
• It is often mentioned alongside the other two divisions: Torah and Ketuvim, with the initial letters of all three (T, N, K) forming the acronym Tanakh, the Hebrew name for the entire scripture.
• In general English discourse, the term "the Prophets" is more commonly used than the Hebrew transliteration "Nebiim."

Examples

• The Hebrew Bible is traditionally divided into three parts: the Torah, the Nebiim, and the Ketuvim.
• Scholars study the historical context of the Nebiim to understand the messages of the prophets.
• The books of Isaiah and Jeremiah are found within the Nebiim.

Advanced Usage

• The Nebiim is itself subdivided into two sections:
  • The Former Prophets (Nevi'im Rishonim): These are primarily historical books (Joshua, Judges, Samuel, Kings).
  • The Latter Prophets (Nevi'im Aharonim): These contain the oracular writings of the major and minor prophets (e.g., Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and the twelve minor prophets).

Variants and Related Words

• Tanakh (n): The canonical collection of Hebrew Scriptures, comprising the Torah, Nebiim, and Ketuvim.
• Torah (n): The first division of the Tanakh, also known as the Pentateuch or the Five Books of Moses.
• Ketuvim (n): The third division of the Tanakh, the "Writings," which includes books like Psalms, Proverbs, and Job.
• Prophet (n): A person regarded as an inspired teacher or proclaimer of the will of God. The books in the Nebiim are attributed to such figures.

Synonyms

• The Prophets
• Prophetic Books

Noun

1. the second of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures