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Elijah

Prophet who performed miracles and was taken up to heaven in a whirlwind.

minor

Also known as Elias, some Elias

First appearance: part i of man

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With Jesus Christ (professional): Elijah and Jesus Christ are connected as prophetic predecessor and messianic fulfillment, with Elijah appearing at the Transfiguration. With Jesus Christ (professional): Elijah and…

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  • Historical and theological exemplars
  • Protagonist
  • Early Christian and adversarial figures
  • Patriarchs and rulers of Egypt
  • Biblical and religious leaders

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This is the story's dramatic climax because it reveals the sovereign's right to punish is not a gift from subj…

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