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What types of prophets are Moses, Elijah, Nathan, Elisha, Debra, and Abraham?

1) Major Prophets
2) Minor Prophets
3) Patriarch Prophets
4) False Prophets

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Most of the figures listed are considered Patriarch Prophets or part of the Prophetic Movement, with Abraham being a patriarchal figure, and Moses, Elijah, Nathan, Elisha, and Debra being prophets who guided their people through divine messages.

Step-by-step explanation:

Among the figures you mentioned, Moses, Elijah, Nathan, Elisha, Debra, and Abraham, most would be classified as Patriarch Prophets and others as the Prophetic Movement representatives, rather than categorizing them as Major or Minor Prophets, which is a distinction made in the Christian Old Testament for the books of prophecy. Abraham is a patriarch and a foundational figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Moses is considered a prophet, but also a lawgiver and leader of the Israelites. Elijah and Elisha are prophets known for their miracles and challenges against Baal worship.

Nathan and Deborah (often spelled 'Debra') were also prophets; Nathan was an advisor to King David, and Deborah was a leader and prophetess known for her wisdom and guidance. None of them would be considered False Prophets within their scriptural and historical contexts.

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