Elijah Flees to Mount Horeb
Ahab's Anger and Jezebel's Threats
In 1 Kings 19, Elijah becomes the target of Queen Jezebel's wrath after he confronts King Ahab about his wickedness and the worship of Baal. Ahab informs Jezebel of Elijah's actions, including the execution of Baal's prophets.
Elijah's Flight and Mount Horeb
Fearing for his life, Elijah flees to Mount Horeb, also known as Mount Sinai. Mount Horeb holds significant importance in biblical history as the site where Moses encountered the burning bush and received the Ten Commandments.
God's Revelation at Mount Horeb
At Mount Horeb, God reveals Himself to Elijah not through extraordinary natural phenomena but through a gentle whisper. God reminds Elijah that he is not alone and encourages him to continue his mission as a prophet. Elijah is reassured that God's purposes will be fulfilled despite current challenges.
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