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Why is Elijah considered among the great prophets of the old testament?
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Here is one reason: he wiped out the idolatrous baal-worship among the Ten Tribes (2 Kings ch.18).
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Who succeeded Elijah as a leader among the prophets of God?
Actually Elisha was Elijah's successor. Elisha became prophet when Elijah was taken up to heaven in a chariot. Story is found in the Old Testament in the book of 2nd Kings chapter 2.
Who had the gift of prophecy?
There were many prophets in the Bible, among them: Elijah, Elisha, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Daniel, Joel, Micah, Habbakuk, Malachi and others, some weren't even named.
Who is called the father of biblical faith?
Most people would agree that God is the father of the Bible because the words contained in it are inspired by Him. Among men, Moses could be considered the father of the Old Testament (he authored the first 5 books of the Old Testament) and Paul would probably be considered the father of the New Testament (he wrote most of the books of the New Testament).
Who are considered messangers by Muslims?
Among them are Abraham, Moses, David, Jesus and Muhammad (peace be upon them all). All messengers are prophets who are assigned a message/religion to convey to their people.
Who is Elijah of The Bible?
He was an important prophet who lived among the Ten Tribes of Israel.
What does it mean that Elijah casted his mantle upon elisha?
It was a token of the "transfer of God's Power: His Holy Spirit" from Elijah to Elisha [from one generation to the next] as to who would be the new leader among the sons of the prophets."...the group of prophets from Jericho came to Elisha and asked him, 'Did you know that the LORD is going to take your master away from you today?' 'Quiet!' he answered again. 'Of course I know it.'" (II Kings 2:1 NLT New Living Translation)"...Elijah said to Elisha, 'What can I do for you before I am taken away?' And Elisha replied, 'Please LET ME BE YOUR RIGHTFUL SUCCESSOR.''You have asked a difficult thing,' Elijah replied. 'If you see me when I am taken from you, then you will get your request. But if not, then you won't.'" (verses 9-10)"When the group of prophets from Jericho saw what happened, they exclaimed, 'ELISHA HAS BECOME ELIJAH'S SUCCESSOR!' And they when to meet him and BOWED DOWN BEFORE HIM." (verse 15)Matthew Henry says:"...Elijah left his mantle to Elisha; as a token of the descent of the Spirit upon him; it was more than if he had left him thousands of gold and silver. Elisha took it up, not as a sacred relic to be worshipped, but as a significant garment to be worn...".The significance wasn't lost on the prophets who recognized their new leader; but due to their lack of God's Spirit within them, they [and we all] still have much to learn about Faith and God:"...The sons of the prophets made a needless search for Elijah. Wise men may yield to that, for the sake of peace, and good opinion of others, which yet their judgment is against, as needless and fruitless. Traversing hills and valleys will never bring us to Elijah, but following the example of his holy Faith and Zeal will, in due time." (Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary: SECOND KINGS 2...)
What 2 notable prophets are in the lineage of jesus?
Among the prophets found in the lineage (ancestry) of Jesus are both King David and King Solomon. Other prophets in his lineage include Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.
Why did God use the minor prophets?
The twelve minor prophets spoke of many things, but their main message was the need for repentance, especially among the Ten Tribes.
Who is called as the angel of GOD among prophets?
Haggai. Referrence verse is Haggai - 1:13
Who are the prophets in the New Testament?
All the prophets both major and minor prophets are in the old testament only.Another answer:While the designations "major" and "minor" are applied to the Old Testament prophets, the answer above is, sadly, incorrect: there are a number of prophets spoken of in the New Testament. The most notable, though he left no writings, is John the Baptist, who was sent in the "spirit and power of Elijah" (Luke 1:17) to "prepare the way of the Lord" (Matthew 3:3); and of whom Jesus said, "For I say to you, among those born of women there is not a greater prophet than John the Baptist;" (Luke 7:28).Other New Testament prophets include Zacharias (the father of John the Baptist - Luke 1:67), Anna(Luke 2:36), Agabus (Acts 11:28), several disciples in Antioch who were said to be "prophets and teachers" (Acts 13:1), Judas [not Iscariot] and Silas (Acts 15:32), a number of disciples in Ephesus (Acts 19:6), the daughters of Philip(Acts 21:8, 9), and an unknowable number of early church leaders (1 Corinthians 12:28, Ephesians 4:11).All of the apostles must also be considered prophets, as their mission was to proclaim God's word to man (practically the definition of "prophet").Then there is John, the penman of Revelation(1:1), and the most "major" prophet of all, JesusHimself (though His role as prophet is often overlooked, being so greatly overshadowed by His role as Savior.)
What work did the prophets do among God's people?
The prophets came to the world at a period mankind was very much deep in sin. Their work was to warn mankind and give them the message of salvation.
Who claimed himself the king of kings among Old testament kings?
Nimrod
