Who was The widow of Zarephath?
The widow of Zarephath is an unnamed woman in Elijah's story during a famine. She was caring for a son with very little food. The account describes provision amid desperate need and later grief.
Elijah met her while she was gathering sticks. Her words showed how serious the hunger was. This particular provision story should not pressure poor families to give away necessities.
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1 Kings 17:8–16
God sent Elijah to a widow in Zarephath, where a tiny supply of flour and oil lasted through many days.
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