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When the sons of the prophets who were at Jericho over against him saw him, they said, The spirit of Elijah does rest on Elisha. They came to meet him, and bowed themselves to the ground before him.
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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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19th Century
Anglican
To view. — Opposite, over against. Septuagint, ἐξ ἐναντίας; Vulgate, “e contra” (Deuteronomy 32:52). It is no…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And when the sons of the prophets, which were to view at Jericho, saw him Who went out from thence toward…
Presbyterian
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…
