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The prophet Elijah called down fire from heaven when he challenged the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel in a contest to show the true power of God. God answered Elijah's prayer by sending fire to consume the offering, proving that He is the one true God.

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Q: Who called down fire from heaven contesting the prophets of Baal?
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Why did God send fire down from heaven?

In the Old Testament book of 1 Kings, chapter 18 verses 18 through 38 it tells about Elijah and the prophets of Baal. They built an alter to their god Baal, and Elijah built one to God Almighty. They both had everything they needed except fire. The Baal prophets called to their god and nothing happened. Elijah called to God Almighty and fire came down and consumed everything.


What happend when the prophets of baal pryed that baal would send fire?

When the prophets of Baal prayed for Baal to send fire, nothing happened. Despite their fervent pleas and efforts, Baal remained silent and did not respond to their prayers. This event is described in the Bible in the story of Elijah and the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18.


What did Elijah ask the prophets of baal to do?

Elijah asked the pagan prophets of Baal to put more water on the sacrifice he was giving to the living God.


How many prophets of baal did elijah put to death?

450 prophets is the answer :)


Which prophet executed the prophets of Baal after God consumed his offering with fire?

The prophet who executed the prophets of Baal after God consumed his offering with fire was Elijah.


Who was the great prophet that slew the 450 prophets of Baal?

The prophet was Elijah.


How did Elijah taunt the false prophets of baal?

Elijah mocked the false prophets by suggesting that Baal was sleeping or busy when they called on him to send down fire to light their sacrifice. He challenged them to call louder or try harder to get Baal's attention, knowing that their false god was powerless.


Where did Elijah battle Baal's prophets?

This event happened on Mount Carmel. The Carmel range of mountains extend about 30 miles and the highest point is 1800 ft. It is not know at what point along this range Elijah encountered the prophets of Baal.


Did the Prophets of Baal who were supported by Jezebel really speak for their god or did they say what was popular?

yes


Who was the king in Israel when Elijah met the prophets of Baal at mt Carmel?

King Ahab


Who confronted the evil King Ahab and Queen Jezebel when they tried to establish Baal worship as Israel's?

Prophet Elijah. After which he challanged the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel.


What does Elijah and the prophets of Baal teach us about Elijah?

Elijah taught us to be kind and giving to thy neighbour, the prophets were seen as the unworthy when Elijah was with them, this is what they wanted to change