ELIJAH: An Intro

Elijah was the first prophet of Israel.

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Answer explanation

There were prophets before Elijah, one of whom was the prophet (and last judge), SAMUEL.

Elijah’s name means “Yahweh is my God!”

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Elijah was a prophet sent by God to the southern kingdom of Judah.

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Answer explanation

Elijah was sent to the NORTHERN KINGDOM of Israel.

The Lord asked Elijah to leave his wife and two sons behind.

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Answer explanation

Nothing was mentioned in the Bible about Elijah's family or background except that he was from Tishbe in Gilead. (1 Kings 17:1)

Elijah was on top of Baal’s wanted list.

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Answer explanation

Baal doesn't have a wanted list because he is a lifeless idol.

Elijah was identified as a hairy man.

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Answer explanation

“He was a hairy man with a leather belt worn around his waist.” - 2 Kings 1:8

... because he wore clothes made of hair (or a hairy garment).

During Elijah’s time, the Lord sent a seven-year famine.

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Answer explanation

It was a DROUGHT (that may have resulted to famine) for three and a half years. (James 5:17)

Elijah lived in the wilderness and fed on locusts and wild honey.

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Answer explanation

That's JOHN, THE BAPTIST!

Elijah himself killed prophets of Baal.

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Elijah ran for his life and wanted to die.

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Answer explanation

(1 Kings 19:4)