Other Word Forms
- Baalist noun
- Baalistic adjective
- Baalite noun
- Baalitical adjective
Etymology
Origin of Baalism
Example Sentences
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The antagonism of Elijah was not against Baalism in general, but against the introduction of a rival deity.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 1 "Austria, Lower" to "Bacon" by Various
In its account of the struggle with the greed of Ahab and the licentiousness of Baalism, it sheds a brilliant light upon one of the most crucial epochs of Hebrew history.
From Introduction to the Old Testament by McFadyen, John Edgar
The earliest certain reaction against Baalism is ascribed to the reign of Ahab, whose marriage with Jezebel gave the impulse to the introduction of a particular form of the cult.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 1 "Austria, Lower" to "Bacon" by Various
The old prophet thought his work had failed because Baalism was not yet entirely destroyed.
From Making the Most of Life by Miller, J. R. (James Russell)
Omri's reign was not marked by anything of conspicuous importance to religion, while it was under Ahab that the great struggle of Jehovah worship against Baalism took place.
From Introduction to the Old Testament by McFadyen, John Edgar
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