pseudoprophecy
Pseudoprophecy refers to predictions, statements, or claims presented as prophecy but lacking credible evidence or the customary criteria used by a religious or scholarly tradition to validate prophetic authority. The term is used in religious studies and anthropology to describe utterances framed as divinely inspired that do not meet established standards of authenticity, reliability, or historical corroboration.
Common features include vague or ambiguous language that can be broadly interpreted, retrospective reinterpretation after events
Pseudoprophecy differs from genuine prophecy, which is typically associated with specific religious frameworks, traditional processes, and
Motivations behind pseudoprophecy can include influence over followers, political or social leverage, psychological comfort, or opportunistic
Scholars assess pseudoprophecies critically, seeking to distinguish them from true prophecies, self-fulfilling prophecies, or legitimate predictive