| Author |
Willard, James Hartwell, 1847- |
| Title |
The Man Who Did Not Die: The Story of Elijah
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| Credits |
Produced by Michael Gray
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| Summary |
"The Man Who Did Not Die: The Story of Elijah" by J. H. Willard is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book recounts the life and miracles of the biblical prophet Elijah, highlighting his role in confronting the idolatry of Israel and asserting the worship of the true God amidst the tumult of his time. The narrative follows Elijah as he delivers God's messages to the kings of Israel, particularly Ahab and Jezebel, who led the nation away from the worship of Yahweh. From his dramatic confrontation with the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel, where God answers Elijah’s prayer with fire, to Elijah's personal moments of despair and eventual ascension to heaven in a chariot of fire, the story emphasizes themes of faith, perseverance, and divine power. It portrays Elijah as a strong yet vulnerable prophet whose life exemplifies unwavering dedication to God amid severe challenges, ultimately establishing him as a central figure in the history of Israel and a spiritual inspiration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
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| Subject |
Elijah -- (Biblical prophet) -- Juvenile literature
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| Subject |
Bible -- Juvenile literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
30899 |
| Release Date |
Jan 9, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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