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Then there arose the fiery prophet Elijah, whose words blazed like a torch.
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He brought a famine on the people, and many of them died because of his persistence.
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Speaking in the name of the Lord, he kept the rain from coming, and on three occasions he called down fire.
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Elijah, your miracles were marvelous! No one else can boast of such deeds!
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In the name of the Most High, you brought a dead man back to life.
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You brought a famous king down to sickness and death.
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At Sinai you heard the Lord rebuke you and declare his determination to punish his enemies.
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You anointed a king to be the instrument of that punishment, and a prophet to take your place.
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You were taken up to heaven in a fiery whirlwind, a chariot drawn by fiery horses.
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The scripture says that you are ready to appear at the designated time, to cool God's anger before it breaks out in fury; that you "will bring parents and children together again," and restore the tribes of Israel.
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Fortunate are those who live to see you come, as well as those who have already died in love, for we too shall live.