📚 St. Elijah the Prophet (Elias)

The Prophet Elijah was a great Old Testament prophet who lived during the ninth century before Christ and courageously defended the worship of the one true God in the northern Kingdom of Israel. He confronted King Ahab and the prophets of Baal, calling the people to abandon idolatry and return to the Lord. On Mount Carmel, Elijah prayed and God answered with fire from Heaven, demonstrating His power and calling the people back to faithfulness.

Elijah is remembered for his zeal, courage, and unwavering trust in God. Scripture describes how he was taken up into Heaven in a whirlwind, and he is honored in both the Jewish and Christian traditions. The Carmelite Order has a particular devotion to Elijah, who is regarded as an important spiritual father and model of contemplative prayer.

Lived: 9th century B.C. | Feast Day: July 20 in the Roman Martyrology and Carmelite tradition
Patronage: The Carmelite Order and those seeking zeal for the faith.

Saint Feast day
July 20Martyrologium
Lived
9th century B.C.

The Prophet Elijah was a great Old Testament prophet who lived during the ninth century before Christ and courageously defended the worship of the one true God in the northern Kingdom of Israel. He confronted King Ahab and the prophets of Baal, calling the people to abandon idolatry and return to the Lord. On Mount Carmel, Elijah prayed and God answered with fire from Heaven, demonstrating His power and calling the people back to faithfulness.

Elijah is remembered for his zeal, courage, and unwavering trust in God. Scripture describes how he was taken up into Heaven in a whirlwind, and he is honored in both the Jewish and Christian traditions. The Carmelite Order has a particular devotion to Elijah, who is regarded as an important spiritual father and model of contemplative prayer.

Patron of

The Carmelite Order and those seeking zeal for the faith.

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