1 Kings 18:4

“For it was so, when Jezebel cut off the prophets of the LORD, that Obadiah took an hundred prophets, and hid them by fifty in a cave, and fed them with bread and water.)”

"For it was so, when Jezebel cut off the prophets of the LORD, that Obadiah took an hundred prophets, and hid them by fifty in a cave, and fed them with bread and water.)" - 1 Kings 18:4
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What does 1 Kings 18:4 mean?

The verse 1 Kings 18:4 from the King James Version of the Bible reads: "For it was so, when Jezebel cut off the prophets of the Lord, that Obadiah took an hundred prophets, and hid them by fifty in a cave, and fed them with bread and water." This verse comes from the Old…

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Courage in the Shadows: The Legacy of Obadiah

As we delve into 1 Kings 18:4, we encounter a moment of profound courage and quiet heroism in the face of overwhelming darkness. The verse states, "For it was so, when Jezebel cut off the prophets of the Lord, that Obadiah took an hundred prophets, and hid them by fifty in a…

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A Prayer for the Hidden Prophets

Heavenly Father, we come before You today in reverence and humility, seeking to understand the depth of Your Word and the powerful truths contained within it. We take a moment to reflect on the profound moment detailed in 1 Kings 18:4, where it is written, "For it was so, when…

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