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1 Kings 17:7 Meaning

And it came to pass after a while, that the brook dried up, because there had been no rain in the land.

Context Explained

5So he went and did according unto the word of the LORD: for he went and dwelt by the brook Cherith, that is before Jordan.

6And the ravens brought him bread and flesh in the morning, and bread and flesh in the evening; and he drank of the brook.

7And it came to pass after a while, that the brook dried up, because there had been no rain in the land.

8And the word of the LORD came unto him, saying,

9Arise, get thee to Zarephath, which belongeth to Zidon, and dwell there: behold, I have commanded a widow woman there to sustain thee.

Key Themes

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Related Cross References

  • Matthew 6:26

    Both verses highlight God's provision for His people.

Source: 1 Kings 17:7