Prophetic dance


Prophetic dance is a ritual dance in which the purpose is to obtain a communication from or to God spirits in order to receive a favorable response. Is also present in a section of the modern charismatic movement of Christianity, in which the term is fixed.

Christian faith

The "Prophetic Dance" phenomenon as practiced in the New Apostolic Reformation or Word of Faith type churches can be classified in two distinct forms.
The first type most commonly involves the use of pageantry, presentation, and performance. Flags, banners, and processionals are just a few ways performers claim to be used to minister to God in the form of entertainment. It is claimed to have profoundly prophetic overtones geared primarily for the benefit of God.
The second form of prophetic dance or movement involves the "vehicle" or person being used, with claims to minister to and for the benefit of the people watching. Believers feel that through dancing or any movements they feel are inspired by God, they can and will become His voice at that moment. They further subscribe to the belief that an experienced person not versed in dance vocabulary but who believes they are relationally with God can use this medium to heal, deliver, and set people free from all types of sickness and disease. In essence, the claims of channeling of spiritual energy, to convey messages, heal or use of the body's corresponding movements as a medium have striking similarities to Shaktipat used in Kundalini prophetic dance and worship.