1 Kings 18:28 · KJV

"And they cried aloud, and cut themselves after their manner with knives and lancets, till the blood gushed out upon them."

King James Version

Passage Context

²⁶And they took the bullock which was given them, and they dressed it, and called on the name of Baal from morning even until noon, saying, O Baal, hear us. But there was no voice, nor any that answered. And they leaped upon the altar which was made.

²⁷And it came to pass at noon, that Elijah mocked them, and said, Cry aloud: for he is a god; either he is talking, or he is pursuing, or he is in a journey, or peradventure he sleepeth, and must be awaked.

²⁸And they cried aloud, and cut themselves after their manner with knives and lancets, till the blood gushed out upon them.

²⁹And it came to pass, when midday was past, and they prophesied until the time of the offering of the evening sacrifice, that there was neither voice, nor any to answer, nor any that regarded.

³⁰And Elijah said unto all the people, Come near unto me. And all the people came near unto him. And he repaired the altar of the LORD that was broken down.

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Reflection Questions

What lengths have you gone to in seeking answers?

How does this verse challenge your understanding of devotion?

When have you felt desperate in your prayers?

Life Application

devotion

True devotion should not lead to harm. Reflect on healthy ways to express your faith and seek God.

Places in This Verse

Mount Carmel(Mount Carmel, Israel today)

A mountain range in northern Israel, known for its pivotal role in the confrontation between Elijah and the prophets of Baal.

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