promised one

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Noun[edit]

promised one (plural promised ones)

  1. (theology) A promised new prophet.
  2. (theology, Christianity) The Christ.

Usage notes[edit]

The phrase is used in religions such as Islam, Christianity, and the Baháʼí faith (as Baháʼu'lláh).