Who was Elijah in the Bible?

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Biography, Summary & Biblical References

⭐Position held

Prophet

⭐Roles of Elijah in the bible

Biblical prophet

Place of birth

Tishbe

💀Date of death

109


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Summary

Elijah was a prophet in the Hebrew Bible who lived in the 9th century BCE. He was born in Tishbe in the region of Gilead and was known for his powerful miracles and bold declaration of God's word. Elijah is best known for his confrontation with the king of Israel, Ahab, and the prophets of the god Baal, where Elijah called down fire from heaven to prove that the Lord was the true God. He was also known for his journey to Mount Horeb, where he heard the "still, small voice" of God and was taken into heaven in a whirlwind. Elijah's legacy is honored in the Jewish festival of Hanukkah and is also mentioned in the New Testament as a forerunner of John the Baptist.

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How many times Elijah was mentioned in the bible?

Elijah appears 69 times in the bible.

Where is the story of Elijah begins in the Bible?

Elijah first mention in the bible is in the book of 1 Kings, chapter 17, verse 1. Read the full chapter

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Elijah was a prophet in the Hebrew Bible who lived in the 9th century BCE. He was born in Tishbe in the region of Gilead and was known for his powerful miracles and bold declaration of God's word. Elijah is best known for his confrontation with the king of Israel, Ahab, and the prophets of the god Baal, where Elijah called down fire from heaven to prove that the Lord was the true God. He was also known for his journey to Mount Horeb, where he heard the "still, small voice" of God and was taken into heaven in a whirlwind. Elijah's legacy is honored in the Jewish festival of Hanukkah and is also mentioned in the New Testament as a forerunner of John the Baptist.

Elijah was mentioned 69 times in the Bible.

first mention in the bible is in the book of 1 Kings, chapter 17, verse 1.

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