Becoming Elijah
Becoming Elijah

Author: Daniel C. Matt

Publisher: Yale University Press

Published: 2022-01-01

Total Pages: 249

ISBN-13: 0300242700

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The story of the prophet Elijah's transformation from fierce zealot to compassionate hero and cherished figure in Jewish tradition "In a series on Jewish Lives, this volume is about the Jewish life--the one that goes on forever. Becoming Elijah blends meticulous scholarship with bold literary and poetic imagination. Don't miss it!"--Arthur Green, author of Judaism for the World "The author's erudite prose and masterful command of history and faith traditions bring his subject to vibrant life. This is an edifying and accessible chronicle of a towering religious figure."--Publishers Weekly (starred review) In the Bible Elijah is a zealous prophet, attacking idolatry and injustice, championing God. He performs miracles, restoring life and calling down fire. When his earthly life ends, he vanishes in a whirlwind, carried off to heaven in a fiery chariot. Was this a spectacular death, or did Elijah escape death entirely? The latter view prevailed. Though residing in heaven, Elijah revisits earth--to help, rescue, enlighten, and eventually herald the Messiah. Because of his messianic role, Jews open the door for Elijah during each seder--the meal commemorating liberation from slavery and anticipating final redemption. How did this zealot turn into a compassionate hero--apparently the most popular figure in Jewish tradition? Becoming Elijah explores this question, tracing how Elijah develops from the Bible to Rabbinic Judaism, Kabbalah, and Jewish ritual (as well as Christianity and Islam). His transformation is pertinent and inspirational for our polarized, fanatical world.

Journeys with Elijah
Journeys with Elijah

Author:

Publisher: HMH Books For Young Readers

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13:

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Eight stories celebrate the legends of Elijah in different parts of the world, spanning 17 centuries. Full color.

Tales of Elijah the Prophet
Tales of Elijah the Prophet

Author: Peninnah Schram

Publisher: Jason Aronson, Incorporated

Published: 1997-02-01

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13: 1461630878

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Elijah the Prophet is one of the most popular and beloved figures in all of Jewish literature. Both as a biblical prophet and a folklore hero, Elijah has fascinated Jews all over the world for centuries. He has served in many different roles, offering guidance on how to live Like a mensch, bringing hope, reconciling family members, rewarding goodness while punishing wickedness, rescuing Jewish communities and worthy individuals, seeing that justice prevails, and signaling the coming of the Messiah. Tales of Elijah the Prophet is a brilliant collection of thirty-seven stories selected by the gifted storyteller, Peninnah Schram. In these intriguing tales, we see Elijah as the master of miracles. His chameleon-like disguises are marvelously clever and numerous, using such diverse poses as an old man, a traveler, a matchmaker, a magician, a slave, and even a handsome horseman. He uses these disguises to heighten suspense and fantasy, to test people's behavior, to restore faith, and to bring about a happy resolution to the problems in the story. The tales in this wonder-filled volume cover a range of themes and types of Elijah tales. All are miracle stories, but they vary greatly in mood, character, plot, locale, time, and theme. There are religious stories focusing on restoring faith in God and humorous tales that emphasize resourcefulness. Other stories involve Passover, love, and riddle themes. Peninnah Schram chose thirty-six of these stories, using the Jewish symbolic number of twice eighteen (chai), which is the Hebrew equivalent to "life." And since it is the Jewish custom to add one to a number, perhaps to ensure good luck, she included her favorite story, Elijah and the Three Wishes, in the Introduction. In addition to the stories in Tales of Elijah the Prophet, this volume includes an informative introduction to the character of Elijah the Prophet that explores his various roles in Jewish life and literature. There are also extensive notes to each story, indicating sources a

Elijah, God's Mighty Prophet
Elijah, God's Mighty Prophet

Author: Zondervan,

Publisher: Zonderkidz

Published: 2016-03-01

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 0310750687

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When Elijah tries to convince the Israelites to stop worshipping idols, King Ahab won’t hear of it. In this Level 2 I Can Read written and illustrated in the tradition of the bestselling NIV Adventure Bible, beginning readers learn about the epic challenge between Elijah and King Ahab and the false god, Baal. Perfect for readers ages 4-8, learning Bible stories on their own.

Elijah and the Great Prophets, Retold
Elijah and the Great Prophets, Retold

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 2009-01-01

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9788772475516

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The Contemporary Bible series covers the most essential stories and teachings of the Bible. Colorful and dramatically illustrated, the new series gives children an opportunity to experience inspiring accounts from the Bible.

Faith and You, Volume 1
Faith and You, Volume 1

Author: Terry Pluto

Publisher: Gray & Company

Published: 2012-05

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 1598510371

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¿Sometimes I wish my minister would read his column instead of the sermon!¿ That¿s the kind of response Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto draws from devoted readers of his faith column. Although best known as an award-winning sportswriter, Pluto has also earned a reputation¿and a growing audience¿for his down-to-earth musings on more heavenly subjects. Here he offers 28 thoughtful essays on faith in everyday life¿practical topics such as choosing a church, lending money to friends, dealing with jerks, sharing your faith, visiting the sick, even planning a funeral.

Lessons from Elijah
Lessons from Elijah

Author: Andrew Wommack

Publisher: Destiny Image Publishers

Published: 2013-10-08

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 1606838857

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Learning through experience definitely makes an impression, but isn't it better sometimes to learn from the successes and failures of others? Scripture tells us that those who came before us are examples for us (1 Cor. 10:6 and 11), given that we could learn what to do-and what not to do. Few offer us the lessons that Elijah does.Looking...

Elijah
Elijah

Author: Leon J. Wood

Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers

Published: 2009-04-13

Total Pages: 158

ISBN-13: 1725225549

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Elijah will win and warm your heart as you travel with him through these pages. The author has presented a delightful down-to-earth portrayal of the peerless prophet. It has been the aim of the writer to probe mental attitudes, desires, emotional reactions and general character of both the prophet and others involved. There is provided for our learning both principle and illustration in a host of life situations. Thus from the experiences of this man of God, rich spiritual truths have been drawn and made applicable to life where we live it. Dr. Wood has written in a style that will be pleasing to both preachers and laymen. The reader will find this book stimulating, informative and challenging.

Oxford Bibliographies
Oxford Bibliographies

Author: Ilan Stavans

Publisher:

Published:

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780199913701

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"An emerging field of study that explores the Hispanic minority in the United States, Latino Studies is enriched by an interdisciplinary perspective. Historians, sociologists, anthropologists, political scientists, demographers, linguists, as well as religion, ethnicity, and culture scholars, among others, bring a varied, multifaceted approach to the understanding of a people whose roots are all over the Americas and whose permanent home is north of the Rio Grande. Oxford Bibliographies in Latino Studies offers an authoritative, trustworthy, and up-to-date intellectual map to this ever-changing discipline."--Editorial page.

The Mantle of Elijah
The Mantle of Elijah

Author: Terence Collins

Publisher: Burns & Oates

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13:

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This book provides an introduction to current trends in the study of the biblical prophets. It surveys the growing volume of work that has been on the redactional analysis of individual books and represents the first attempt to bring together these different strands of redaction criticism and to evaluate the effect they have had on our appreciation of the prophetical books as a distinct genre. The opening chapter deals with the methodology of redaction criticism as applicable to the prophetical books. The author then looks at the redactional history of each of the individual books in turn. The closing chapters consider the implications this approach has for our appreciation of these books and the aims of the writers who created them. In particular, the author draws attention to the literary nature of the image of The Prophet conveyed in the books about prophets.