““The word nabiy’ has to do with hearing and speaking, with being a “mouthpiece” for God, declaring that which one has heard. A nabiy’ prophet is a person who speaks on behalf of a superior. In Aaron’s case, this was Moses and, ultimately, God. In the case of every biblical prophet, in fact, God was the superior for whom they spoke. Their words originated with Him. He planted His word in their hearts and mouths, and they in turn declared it to the people. In short, nabiy’ prophets are speakers who declare the word that God has given to them.””
