Guercino, “Elijah Fed by Ravens” (1620). Public domain.
Old Testament
Elijah
9th century BC, Northern Kingdom of Israel
Prophet of YHWH against Ahab and Jezebel. Called fire from heaven on Carmel. Heard the still small voice. Was taken in a chariot of fire — did not die.
On their voice
Confrontational, fierce, lonely. Mocks the prophets of Baal. Hears God in silence, not in storm. The mantle and the chariot are his.
