King · Opponent · Old Testament
The Story of Ahab
Also: Ahabu (Kiswahili)
King of Israel who, with Jezebel, promoted the worship of Baal and opposed Elijah.
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Introduction
Ahab son of Omri did more evil than all before him; he married Jezebel and served Baal. 1 Kings 16:29–33
Elijah confronted him over the drought, Baal worship and the murder of Naboth. He died in battle at Ramoth-gilead. 1 Kings 18:17–181 Kings 21:17–241 Kings 22:34–38
Told in: 1 Kings
Life at a glance
- Father
- Omri 1 Kings 16:29
- Wife
- Jezebel 1 Kings 16:31
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Turns Israel to Baal
Ahab marries Jezebel and builds an altar for Baal in Samaria.
Naboth's vineyard
Ahab covets Naboth's vineyard; Jezebel has Naboth killed, and Elijah announces judgment. Ahab humbles himself.
Death at Ramoth-gilead
Ignoring Micaiah's warning, Ahab goes to battle disguised and is killed by a random arrow.
Mentioned across the Bible
Later passages that recall, mention or interpret Ahab. These are not new events in the person’s lifetime.
Later recollection
Family and relationships
- JezebelWife1 Kings 16:31
- ElijahProphet who confronted him1 Kings 18:17
Books associated with Ahab
- 1 Kings Their story appears here
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