Catholic Saint
St. Elias of the Carmelites
“The Old Testament prophet who defended the worship of God against the priests of Baal and is considered the spiritual father of the Carmelite Order.”
Feast Day: July 20
Biography
The prophet Elijah is one of the most dramatic figures in the Old Testament. He challenged 450 prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel, was fed by ravens, raised the dead, and was taken up to heaven in a chariot of fire. The Carmelite Order traces its spiritual lineage to Elijah and the hermits who lived on Mount Carmel.
Prayer to St. Elias of the Carmelites
As the Lord lives, before whom I stand.