Printable Elijah Coloring Pages
Find printable coloring pages of the biblical prophet Elijah. These sheets are designed for Sunday school teachers, homeschooling parents, and kids learning about his miracles, from the ravens at Brook Cherith to the fiery chariot.
Biblical Prophet Elijah Coloring Pages
These pages show the prophet's most famous moments, including the dramatic showdown with the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel.
Elijah and the Widow of Zarephath
Children can color the miracle of the unending flour and oil as Elijah helps the widow and her son.
Elijah Fed by Ravens at Brook Cherith
These scenes depict God providing for Elijah during the drought by sending birds to bring him food by the water.
Elijah and the Chariot of Fire
Color the dramatic biblical event where a whirlwind and a heavenly vehicle take the prophet up into the sky.
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Teaching the Miracles of Elijah
When teaching children about the Old Testament, visual aids help bring the narratives to life. The story of Elijah contains several highly visual miracles that translate well into coloring activities for Sunday school or Christian homeschooling. As kids color the scenes in the ravens section, you can discuss how God provided for the prophet at the Brook Cherith during a severe drought. The pages showing the widow of Zarephath offer a chance to talk about faith, obedience, and sharing, highlighting the miracle of the endless supply of flour and oil.
Mount Carmel and the Prophets of Baal
One of the most requested scenes is the confrontation on Mount Carmel. Coloring pages depicting Elijah and the fiery altar allow older children to engage with this dramatic biblical event. You can use these sheets to explain the differences between Elijah's faith and the prophets of Baal. The details in the stone altars and the fire from heaven require careful coloring, making them suitable for older kids who have developed better fine motor skills. To expand the lesson on biblical history, you might also incorporate fruit of the spirit printables when discussing broader biblical themes.
Coloring the Chariot of Fire
The conclusion of Elijah's earthly ministry is a favorite among kids. The imagery of him being taken up in a whirlwind is striking and provides a great opportunity for creative coloring. When working on the chariot of fire pages, children can experiment with different shading techniques.
- Use bright yellows, oranges, and reds for the fiery chariot and horses.
- Blend blues and grays for the dramatic storm clouds in the background.
- Add earthy tones for the ground below as Elisha watches his mentor depart.
- Color the mantle left behind, which symbolizes the passing of the prophetic role.