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Elijah in Literature (Segal (Myth portrayed in literature almost always…
Elijah in Literature
Segal
Myth portrayed in literature almost always carries a theme that is reflective of the society from which it originates (Segal, 67).
"Myth is a guide to and expression of unconscious feelings and instincts (Segal, 68).
The condition in which the King is in reflects upon his realm (Segal, 69).
Koester
"Elijah appears and issues a direct challenge to this idea. He speaks for the God of Israel and announces to King Ahab himself that the annual cycle of rain and drought would stop [the domain of Baal, the current deity venerated by the King]" (Koester, 6:07)
"...shows the prophet seeking refuge in places where poverty is a way of life" (Koester, 7:05)
The Widow who helped Elijah was told that God will provide for her, if she provides for his faithful.(Koester, 8:20)
Theme
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no matter how distraught followers of God are they will be more powerful than Kings when they act upon his will.
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Elijah was still provided for by his God, and Ba'al could not do this for his worshipers as per God's will
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