Introduction:
Elisha, a prominent prophet in the Old Testament, is a central figure in the narrative of Israel's history during the 9th century BC. He is known for his powerful ministry, marked by miracles and his role as a spiritual leader in Israel. Elisha's account is primarily recorded in the books of 1 and 2 Kings.

Call and Commissioning:
Elisha was the son of Shaphat from Abel Meholah. His calling is described in 1 Kings 19:19-21, where the prophet Elijah, under God's instruction, anoints Elisha as his successor. Elisha was found plowing with twelve yoke of oxen, indicating his family's wealth. Elijah cast his cloak upon Elisha, symbolizing the transfer of prophetic authority. Elisha responded by leaving his oxen, slaughtering them, and using the plowing equipment to cook the meat, signifying his complete commitment to his new calling.

Ministry and Miracles:
Elisha's ministry is characterized by numerous miracles, demonstrating God's power and presence among His people. Some of the notable miracles include:

1. The Parting of the Jordan River: After Elijah's ascension to heaven, Elisha took up Elijah's mantle and struck the waters of the Jordan River, which parted, allowing him to cross on dry ground (2 Kings 2:14).

2. The Healing of the Waters: In Jericho, Elisha purified the city's water supply by casting salt into the spring, making the water wholesome (2 Kings 2:21).

3. The Multiplication of Oil: Elisha miraculously multiplied a widow's small amount of oil, enabling her to pay her debts and live on the remainder (2 Kings 4:1-7).

4. The Raising of the Shunammite's Son: Elisha restored life to the son of a Shunammite woman who had shown him hospitality (2 Kings 4:32-35).

5. The Healing of Naaman: Elisha instructed Naaman, a Syrian commander, to wash in the Jordan River seven times, resulting in the healing of his leprosy (2 Kings 5:10-14).

6. The Floating Axe Head: Elisha caused an iron axe head to float, demonstrating God's concern for the everyday needs of His people (2 Kings 6:6).

Role as a Prophet:
Elisha served as a counselor to kings and a defender of the faith in Israel. He played a significant role in the political and military affairs of the nation, often providing guidance and prophetic insight. His interactions with the kings of Israel, Judah, and Edom during their campaign against Moab (2 Kings 3) and his counsel to the king of Israel regarding the Aramean threat (2 Kings 6:8-23) highlight his influence.

Legacy:
Elisha's ministry left a lasting impact on Israel. His life and works are a testament to God's power and faithfulness. Elisha's unwavering commitment to God and his prophetic office served as a beacon of hope and a call to repentance for the nation. His death is recorded in 2 Kings 13:20, and even after his passing, his influence continued, as evidenced by the miraculous revival of a man who touched Elisha's bones (2 Kings 13:21).

Conclusion:
Elisha's life and ministry exemplify the role of a prophet as a mediator of God's will and power. His account is a reminder of God's sovereignty and His ability to work through His chosen servants to accomplish His purposes.65. Abel Mecholah -- Elisha's birthplace in Palestine
... Abel Mecholah. 66 . Elisha's birthplace in Palestine. Transliteration: Abel Mecholah
Phonetic Spelling: (aw-bale' mekh-o-law') Short Definition: Abel-meholah. ...
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Elisha's Closing Ministry
... Prophets of the Northern Kingdom Chapter 21 Elisha's Closing Ministry. Called
to the prophetic office while Ahab was still reigning ...
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Elijah's Translation and Elisha's Deathbed
... THE FIRST BOOK OF KINGS ELIJAH'S TRANSLATION AND ELISHA'S DEATHBED. And Elisha
saw it, and he cried, My father, my father, the chariot ...
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Elisha's Way of Treating Enemies
... THE OLD TESTAMENT ELISHA'S WAY OF TREATING ENEMIES. Once while the king of
Aram was at war with Israel, he said to his officers, "In ...
/.../sherman/the childrens bible/elishas way of treating enemies.htm

After the Terrible Siege of Samaria was Ended in Accordance with ...
... Book III. Chapter XX. After the terrible siege of Samaria was ended in
accordance with Elisha's prophecy? After the terrible siege ...
/.../ambrose/works and letters of st ambrose/chapter xx after the terrible.htm

A Miracle Needing Effort
... is not awaked.32. And when Elisha was come into the house, behold, the child
was dead, and laid upon his bed.33. He went in therefore ...
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Gentleness Succeeding Strength
... and when he also had smitten the waters, they parted hither and thither:
and Elisha went over.15. And when the sons of the prophets ...
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Naaman's Imperfect Faith
... But Gehazi, the servant of Elisha the man of God, said, Behold, my master hath spared
Naaman this Syrian, in not receiving at his hands that which he brought ...
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Naaman Cured.
... Brooding from day to day over the stories she had heard of Elisha's power, and
listening to her mistress's account of the failure of still another attempted ...
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Gehazi
... Elisha and Gehazi were master and man. They were more. They were almost father and
son. Elisha calls him "my heart," just as Paul calls Onesimus his heart. ...
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Naaman
... in that heathen home, her sympathies were aroused in behalf of her master; and,
remembering the wonderful miracles of healing wrought through Elisha, she said ...
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Elisha's (4 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Elisha's (4 Occurrences). 2 Kings 5:9 So Naaman, with
all his horses and his carriages, came to the door of Elisha's house. (BBE NIV). ...
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Gehazi (14 Occurrences)
... Valley of vision, Elisha's trusted servant (2 Kings 4:31; 5:25; 8:4, 5). He appears
in connection with the history of the Shunammite (2 Kings 4:14, 31) and of ...
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Elisha (70 Occurrences)
... On his way from Sinai to Damascus he found Elisha at his native place engaged
in the labours of the field, ploughing with twelve yoke of oxen. ...
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Shunem (3 Occurrences)
... Jezreel and south of Mount Gilboa (Joshua 19:18), where the Philistines encamped
when they came against Saul (1 Samuel 28:4), and where Elisha was hospitably ...
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Jericho (59 Occurrences)
... Joshua 3:16). Its site was near the `Ain es-Sultan, Elisha's Fountain
(2 Kings 2:19-22), about 5 miles west of Jordan. It was the ...
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Intercession (12 Occurrences)
... for the healing of his hand (1 Kings 13:6); Elijah's prayer for the widow's son
(1 Kings 17:20); Elijah's prayer for rain (1 Kings 18:42); Elisha's prayer for ...
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Naaman (19 Occurrences)
...Elisha the prophet hearing of this, sent for Naaman, and the strange interview which
took place is recorded in 2 Kings 5. The narrative contains all that is ...
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Ophel (6 Occurrences)
... It is 4 feet below the present surface. In 2 Kings 5:24 this word is translated
"tower" (RV, "hill"), denoting probably some eminence near Elisha's house. Int. ...
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Eli'sha's (1 Occurrence)
Eli'sha's. Elisha's, Eli'sha's. Elisheba . ... 2 Kings 5:9 So Naaman came with his
horses and with his chariots, and stood at the door of the house of Elisha. ...
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Elisha'phat (1 Occurrence)
Elisha'phat. Elishaphat, Elisha'phat. Elisha's . Multi-Version
Concordance Elisha'phat (1 Occurrence). 2 Chronicles ...
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