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Old Testament · 1 Kings 17:1-16

Elijah Is Fed by Ravens

During a drought announced by Elijah, the LORD tells him to hide beside the Brook Cherith. Ravens bring him bread and meat, and he drinks from the brook. When the brook dries because there is no rain, the LORD sends Elijah to Zarephath, where a widow is commanded to provide for him. Though she has only a handful of flour and a little oil, the LORD keeps the flour and oil supplied until rain returns.

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Print Elijah Is Fed by Ravens: 4-Scene Story Sheet

Elijah beside the Brook Cherith as ravens bring him bread and meat, with water nearby, based on 1 Kings 17:5–6.

Ravens Bring Food to Elijah

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Elijah beside the Brook Cherith with nearby ravens and flowing water, illustrating 1 Kings 17:2-4.

Elijah Goes to the Brook

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Elijah asks the widow at Zarephath for water and bread while she gathers sticks, with her son, a jar of flour, and a jug of oil nearby.

Elijah Meets the Widow

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Elijah, the widow at Zarephath, her son, and the household share food while a jar of flour and jug of oil represent the LORD’s provision.

Food for Elijah and the Household

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Elijah stands beside the dry bed of the Brook Cherith after the brook became dry because there had been no rain.

The Brook Becomes Dry

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Scripture reference

1 Kings 17:1-16

Use this reference as you prepare and read the account with your class.

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