What about oracles?

The idea of oracles has been around probably as long as the human race. Even people who don't view themselves as religious or superstitious frequently exhibit a belief in an oracle of one type or another. In ancient times, oracles were viewed as special people or things through which the divine will was communicated to lowly humans. Prophets, priests, scriptures, visions, and revelations are all examples of such. In modern time, many such beliefs persist, mingled with other superstitions.