Ba Al Collection

DORÉ: PROPHETS OF BaL. Slaughter of the Prophets of Baal (I Kings 18: 40). Wood engraving after Gustave Dor
DORÉ: PROPHETS OF BaL. Slaughter of the Prophets of Baal (I Kings 18:40). Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

Baal, god of the ancient Mideast
Ancient Phoenician or Canaanite deity Baal holding an infant. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Sacrifices to Baal
In the ancient Near East, captives are led to the temple of Baal, there to be slaughtered to please the god. Date: 1907

Elijah demonstrating the power of the Hebrew god
Prophet Elijah invoking Yahweh over Baals priests on Mount Carmel. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Syria, Palmyra. The Temple of Bel

IRELAND: LIMERICK, c1830. View of the old Baals Bridge on the Abbey River in Limerick, Ireland, as it appeared prior to its reconstruction in 1830-31

MYTHOLOGY: BaL. Canaanite deity. Wood engraving, 19th century

ELIJAH (9th CENTURY B. C. ). Hebrew prophet. Elijah slaughtering the prophets of Baal (I Kings 18: 40)
ELIJAH (9th CENTURY B.C.). Hebrew prophet. Elijah slaughtering the prophets of Baal (I Kings 18:40). Line engraving, 19th century

Elijah and the Priests
He competes with the priests of Baal as to who has the strongest god : when fire descends from heaven to ignite his offering, his god is proved the winner

Temple of Baal, Palmyra, Syria
A Temple, ruins at Palmyra, Syria. The most striking building in Palmyra is the huge temple of Ba al one of the most important religious building of the first century AD in the Middle East

Sculpture depicting the priests of Baal at El Muhraqa, Israel, Middle East

Roman Temple of Bel (Baal), 45 AD, Palmyra, Syria

Elijahs Sacrifice
The prophet Elijah challenges the priests of Baal : each prepares a sacrifice, but Baal fails to ignite his sacrifice, whereas God miraculously sets Elijahs sacrifice alight

Elijah and Baal Priests
He contends with the priests of Baal - and of course out- magics them, calling down fire from Heaven

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"Unveiling the Ancient Deity: Baal, God of the Mideast" Step into the realm of ancient mythology and discover the enigmatic figure known as Baal. Revered in the Middle East for centuries, this deity held immense power and influence over its worshippers. From sacrifices made in his name to grand temples erected in his honor, Baal's presence was felt across various civilizations. One remarkable tale recounts Elijah, a Hebrew prophet, demonstrating the might of his own god against Baal's followers. In an epic showdown atop Mount Carmel, Elijah challenged hundreds of prophets to prove their deity's supremacy. As fire consumed Elijah's offering while Baal remained silent, it became clear that there was only one true power at play. The Temple of Bel in Palmyra stands as a testament to the devotion bestowed upon Baal. Majestic and awe-inspiring, this architectural marvel served as a sacred space where believers sought solace and guidance from their revered god. Even beyond Syria's borders lies Ireland's Limerick with its iconic old Baals Bridge on Abbey River. Though reconstructed later on, it once bore witness to history before its transformation - a symbol connecting different lands through time. Mythology has forever immortalized this Canaanite deity through wood engravings and line drawings that capture both his divine essence and human interactions. Gustave Dor masterfully depicted scenes like "Slaughter of Prophets, " showcasing how religious fervor could lead to dramatic consequences. Intriguingly enough, even Michelangelo found inspiration from this ancient figure when creating his masterpiece on Sistine Chapel ceiling - an allegory depicting destruction brought upon idols like those associated with Baal by a nude youth embodying purity triumphing over false worship. As we explore these remnants of history such as the Temple of Bel or delve into artistic interpretations like Michelangelo’s fresco or Dor’s engravings portraying Elijah's triumph, we uncover the captivating story of Baal.