# the Tishbite

A people group from Tishbe, a town in the region of Gilead. This begins the story of Elijah. (1 Kings 17--2 Kings 2).

# As Yahweh, the God of Israel lives

This phrase is an oath to emphasize that what he will say is true.

# before whom I stand

"whom I serve" 

# dew

drops of water that form on the plants during the night