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What symbolic representation did Elijah use when building the altar?
What symbolic representation did Elijah use when building the altar?
What actions did the prophets of Baal take to try to summon fire?
What actions did the prophets of Baal take to try to summon fire?
What did God do in response to Elijah's prayer on Mount Carmel?
What did God do in response to Elijah's prayer on Mount Carmel?
What consequence was declared for the nations surrounding Israel according to the prophecy?
What consequence was declared for the nations surrounding Israel according to the prophecy?
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What will the people of Israel acknowledge after their iniquities are cleansed?
What will the people of Israel acknowledge after their iniquities are cleansed?
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What did Elijah instruct the crowd to do with the jars of water?
What did Elijah instruct the crowd to do with the jars of water?
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What significant event took place on Mount Carmel?
What significant event took place on Mount Carmel?
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What was the fate of the prophets of Baal after Elijah's demonstration?
What was the fate of the prophets of Baal after Elijah's demonstration?
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What does the Lord's prophecy state about the mountains of Israel?
What does the Lord's prophecy state about the mountains of Israel?
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What lesson are the people of Israel expected to learn after their iniquities are cleansed?
What lesson are the people of Israel expected to learn after their iniquities are cleansed?
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Flashcards
Elijah's Challenge
Elijah's Challenge
Elijah, a prophet of God, confronted King Ahab and the prophets of Baal, demanding proof of God's power.
Prophets of Baal's Failure
Prophets of Baal's Failure
The prophets of Baal were unable to produce fire from their offerings, demonstrating the powerlessness of their gods.
God's Fire
God's Fire
God sent fire to consume Elijah's offering, validating his claim.
Twelve Stones
Twelve Stones
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God's Judgment
God's Judgment
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Who was Elijah?
Who was Elijah?
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What happened on Mount Carmel?
What happened on Mount Carmel?
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What happened to the prophets of Baal?
What happened to the prophets of Baal?
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What does the altar of twelve stones represent?
What does the altar of twelve stones represent?
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How will God judge us?
How will God judge us?
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Study Notes
Elijah Confronts Ahab
- Elijah challenged Ahab and the prophets of Baal to prove their god's power.
- The prophets of Baal failed to call down fire.
- Elijah prayed, and God sent fire to consume his offering.
- The people acknowledged Yahweh as the true God.
- Elijah ordered the prophets of Baal to be executed.
- An altar of twelve stones was built, representing the twelve tribes of Jacob.
- Two bulls were offered as burnt offerings.
- Fire fell onto the offering on Mount Carmel.
- Ahab sent 450 prophets of Baal and 400 prophets of Asherah.
- The crowd filled water jars, and Elijah replicated their actions three times.
- The prophets of Baal cut themselves with swords and lances.
- Elijah was the sole prophet of God during his time.
- Obadiah informed Ahab about Elijah's presence.
- God revealed Himself through fire.
Prophecy to the Mountains of Israel
- The people were scattered among nations.
- God swore that surrounding nations would suffer reproach.
- The people would be reminded of their evil ways and wrongdoings.
- The land would be settled, and the mountains would be their homes.
- Upon the cleansing of all iniquities, surrounding nations will acknowledge God.
- The mountains of Israel will be tilled and sown.
- God will multiply people and animals on the land, making it fruitful.
- The Israelites will understand God when they request more people, like a flock.
- God judges based on actions.
- Famine will be prevented by God.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the dramatic showdown between Elijah and Ahab, where the power of Yahweh was demonstrated against the prophets of Baal. This quiz covers events like the fire from heaven, the construction of the altar, and the prophetic authority of Elijah. Challenge yourself on this pivotal moment in biblical history!
