[1][2] In a review for AllMusic, Thom Jurek called the album "a knotty, steamy, smoky ride through the various entanglements associated with a jazz ensemble whose principals are all string players," and wrote: "The compositions here may be by Murray, and her cello is everywhere, but the depth of feeling and closeness of the ensemble are evidenced here by the gigantic presence of Hopkins, a musician who believed that what made music go from one person to the next was the simple transference of emotion.

"[4] Another AAJ reviewer stated: "The... idea behind... Prophecy emphasizes continuity and fluidity of musical thought...

Within a fairly straight-ahead setting, soloists trade off with accompanists in very subtle ways... the players come up with some interesting arrangements and improvisational surprises...

Occasional forays into a freer sound keep the music from deflating... the iron rock of the group is bassist Fred Hopkins... His depth and focus keep the band grounded.

"[5] Duck Baker of Jazz Times commented: "The group sound is very tight, as Murray's compositions reflect classical influence, but there is also a sort of chamber jazz-rock feeling to some of the proceedings...