Elijah Confronts Ahab and the Prophets of Baal
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What symbolic representation did Elijah use when building the altar?

  • Twelve stones representing the sons of Jacob (correct)
  • Six stones symbolizing the creation
  • Five stones as a reminder of the Law
  • Ten stones representing the tribes of Israel
  • What actions did the prophets of Baal take to try to summon fire?

  • They chanted and performed dances
  • They built a larger altar
  • They cried out and cut themselves with swords (correct)
  • They sacrificed several animals at once
  • What did God do in response to Elijah's prayer on Mount Carmel?

  • Sent fire to consume the offering (correct)
  • Caused an earthquake around the mountain
  • Sent a storm to wash away the altar
  • Brought a flood to the region
  • What consequence was declared for the nations surrounding Israel according to the prophecy?

    <p>They would face reproach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will the people of Israel acknowledge after their iniquities are cleansed?

    <p>The true identity and sovereignty of God</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Elijah instruct the crowd to do with the jars of water?

    <p>Fill them and pour over the offering three times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event took place on Mount Carmel?

    <p>God sent fire to consume Elijah's offering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the fate of the prophets of Baal after Elijah's demonstration?

    <p>They were executed by Elijah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Lord's prophecy state about the mountains of Israel?

    <p>They will be fruitful and multiply people and beasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What lesson are the people of Israel expected to learn after their iniquities are cleansed?

    <p>To acknowledge the true God</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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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    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!

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