In episode 7 of our Kings and Prophets podcast series we come to one of the most famous stories of the Old Testament with Elijah’s confrontation of the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. Immediately after this, we encounter a sudden and dramatic turn of events as Elijah falls into despair. We will unfold both events, looking at all the details you might have missed in these incredible stories.

Links and Additional Reading

• Widow of Zarephath: Midrash and Aggadah
• Jezebel: Jewish Women’s Archive
• Becoming Elijah by Daniel C. Matt
• 1 Kings – Torn In Two by Alex Israel
• The Life of Elijah by AW Pink

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