Mount Carmel

Also known as: Carmel

Modern name: Mount Carmel, Haifa, Israel

Israel Old Testament

Mount Carmel is the site of one of the most dramatic demonstrations of God's power in Scripture. Elijah's victory over the prophets of Baal showed that the true God answers by fire.

About Mount Carmel

A mountain range along the Mediterranean coast where the prophet Elijah confronted 450 prophets of Baal in a dramatic contest of faith. Fire from heaven consumed Elijah's sacrifice, proving that the LORD alone is God.

Biblical Significance

Mount Carmel is the site of one of the most dramatic demonstrations of God's power in Scripture. Elijah's victory over the prophets of Baal showed that the true God answers by fire.

Geographic Location

Latitude

32.7414°

Longitude

35.0386°

Known today as: Mount Carmel, Haifa, Israel

Quick Facts

Region
Israel
Testament
Old Testament
Modern Name
Mount Carmel, Haifa, Israel
Key Verses
4
Coordinates
32.74°, 35.04°
Other Names
1

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