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It was a token of the "transfer of God's Power: His Holy Spirit" from Elijah to Elisha [from one generation to the next] as to who would be the new leader among the sons of the prophets.
"...the group of prophets from Jericho came to Elisha and asked him, 'Did you know that the LORD is going to take your master away from you today?' 'Quiet!' he answered again. 'Of course I know it.'" (II Kings 2:1 NLT New Living Translation)
"...Elijah said to Elisha, 'What can I do for you before I am taken away?' And Elisha replied, 'Please LET ME BE YOUR RIGHTFUL SUCCESSOR.'
'You have asked a difficult thing,' Elijah replied. 'If you see me when I am taken from you, then you will get your request. But if not, then you won't.'" (verses 9-10)
"When the group of prophets from Jericho saw what happened, they exclaimed, 'ELISHA HAS BECOME ELIJAH'S SUCCESSOR!' And they when to meet him and BOWED DOWN BEFORE HIM." (verse 15)
Matthew Henry says:
"...Elijah left his mantle to Elisha; as a token of the descent of the Spirit upon him; it was more than if he had left him thousands of gold and silver. Elisha took it up, not as a sacred relic to be worshipped, but as a significant garment to be worn...".
The significance wasn't lost on the prophets who recognized their new leader; but due to their lack of God's Spirit within them, they [and we all] still have much to learn about Faith and God:
"...The sons of the prophets made a needless search for Elijah. Wise men may yield to that, for the sake of peace, and good opinion of others, which yet their judgment is against, as needless and fruitless. Traversing hills and valleys will never bring us to Elijah, but following the example of his holy Faith and Zeal will, in due time." (Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary: SECOND KINGS 2...)
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∙ 6y ago
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∙ 6y agoIn Elisha's case, his divine appointment came through his predecessor, Elijah, and was symbolized by Elijah's throwing his mantle, or official garment, over Elisha. (1 Kings 19:19-21).
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Inherit the mantle?
To "inherit the mantle" means to take over or assume the responsibilities, duties, or legacy of someone who came before you, typically in a leadership or authoritative position. It is often associated with carrying on a tradition, ideology, or role from a predecessor.
Was Elisha older than Elijah?
AnswerIn the Book of Kings, Elisha was the disciple and successor of Elijah. Their stories are so similar that some scholars see them in terms of a doublet. The doubt that exists about whether they really existed could mean that historically neither was 'older' than the other.
What does the name 'Elisha' mean?
Gender: MasculineUsage: Biblical, Biblical HebrewOther Scripts: אֱלִישַׁע (Ancient Hebrew)Pronounced: i-LIE-shə (English), ee-LIE-shə (English) [key]From the Hebrew name אֱלִישַׁע ('Elisha'), a contracted form of אֱלִישׁוּעַ ('Elishu'a) meaning "my God is salvation". Elisha was a prophet in the Old Testament, the successor of Elijah.
Where did Elijah and his wife live?
Elijah's wife?? there was no wife of Elijah. he was a prophet and therefore dedicated his heart to God. Unless you mean Elisha, well, that's a completely different subject. (not quite sure if he had a wife either, cause he was Elijah's apprentice, and a prophet.)glad 2 help!! :)happiness,Anonymousgurlie123
Did the 12 oxen have anything to do with Elijah picking Elisha?
First god kinda picked Elisha at least in my opinion, Elijah did anointed him though by giving him his cape. the 12 oxen were used by king Saul to call the 12 tribes into arms in his first war. as a mean of discipline, he sent parts of the oxen to the tribes as a warning.
Were Elijah and Elisha related?
No, Elijah and Elisha were not related by blood. They were both prophets in the Old Testament who followed and served God. Elijah was Elisha's mentor and passed on his prophetic mantle to Elisha before he was taken up to heaven.
What does the Hebrew name Elisha mean?
"My God is help" or "My God is deliverance"
What does mantle mean in math?
i think you mean the verticies in the word mantle
What does miracles mean in bible terms?
According to he bible the word miracle literally means something that is extraordinary . We see miracles mentioned in both he oldtestament times , with Moses, Elijah and Elisha and in the new testament with Jesus and later with the disciples like Peter and John.
What is Elijah out of the vampire diaries real name?
I think you mean the name of the actor who portrays Elijah? It's Daniel Gillies.
Can a bone heal itself without being casted?
It can heal, but that doesn't mean that it will be set correctly.
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