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1) He expressed concern for the thirsty animals (1 Kings 18:5) but cursed Eliyahu (Elijah), who had prophesied that the drought would occur (1 Kings 17:1) because of Ahab's wickedness (see 1 Kings 16:30-33). He cursed Eliyahu (1 Kings 18:17), even though the drought was his own fault (ibid 18:18).
2) He agreed to a showdown between the idolatrous "prophets" and Eliyahu, at which it would be demonstrated whose prophetic power was able to produce results (1 Kings ch.18).
3) Despite seeing the truth of Eliyahu's prophecy (ibid), he remained loyal to his wicked wife, reporting to her what had happened (1 Kings 19:1), even though he could have realized that she would react violently (ibid 19:2).
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