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Public Confirmation of Calling
Commentators explain that God confirmed Elisha's new role through a public miracle. The sons of the prophets, watching from a distance, saw Elisha part the Jordan River. This visible, undeniable act of power served as the evidence that authenticated his calling as Elijah's successor in the eyes of the community.
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2 Kings
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Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 2:15
19th Century
Bishop
To view. — Opposite, over against. Septuagint, ἐξ ἐναντίας; Vulgate, “e contra” (Deuteronomy 32:52). It is no…
John Gill
On 2 Kings 2:15
17th Century
Pastor
And when the sons of the prophets, which were to view at
Jericho, saw him
Who went out from thence toward…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 2:13–18
17th Century
Minister
Elijah left his mantle to Elisha. This was a sign of the Spirit's descent upon him, and it was more valuable than if he had left him thousands of g…