1 Kings 18:23

Let then, &c. — To put this controversy to a short issue.

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²³ Let them therefore give us two bullocks; and let them choose one bullock for themselves, and cut it in pieces, and lay it on wood, and put no fire under: and I will dress the other bullock, and lay it on wood, and put no fire under:

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1 Kings 18:23