KJV ORIGINAL
And it came to pass in the mean while, that the heaven was black with clouds and wind, and there was a great rain. And Ahab rode, and went to Jezreel.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Meanwhile, the sky grew dark with storm clouds and wind, and heavy rain began to fall. Ahab got in his chariot and headed to Jezreel.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes the dramatic moment when God sent the promised rain after three years of drought, and King Ahab rushed back to his palace.
📚 Historical Context
This follows Elijah's dramatic victory over the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel, where God sent fire to consume Elijah's sacrifice. Elijah had prayed for rain to end a three-year drought that God had sent as judgment on Israel for their idol worship. Jezreel was one of Ahab's royal cities where he had a palace.
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