Whether there is a degree of prophecy in the blessed?

❌ Objection 1 : It would seem that there is a degree of prophecy in the blessed. For, as stated above (Article [4]), Moses saw the Divine essence, and yet he is called a prophet. Therefore in like manner the blessed can be called prophets.

❌ Objection 2 : Further, prophecy is a "divine revelation." Now divine revelations are made even to the blessed angels. Therefore even blessed angels can be prophets.

❌ Objection 3 : Further, Christ was a comprehensor from the moment of His conception; and yet He calls Himself a prophet (Mt. 13:57), when He says: "A prophet is not without honor, save in his own country." Therefore even comprehensors and the blessed can be called prophets.

❌ Objection 4 : Further, it is written of Samuel (Ecclus. 46:23): "He lifted up his voice from the earth in prophecy to blot out the wickedness of the nation." Therefore other saints can likewise be called prophets after they have died.