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NASB | 2 Kings 2:9 ¶ When they had crossed over, Elijah said to Elisha, "Ask what I shall do for you before I am taken from you." And Elisha said, "Please, let a double portion of your spirit be upon me." |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 2 Kings 2:9 ¶ And when they had crossed over, Elijah said to Elisha, "Ask what I shall do for you before I am taken from you." And Elisha said, "Please let a double portion of your spirit be upon me." |
Subject: Why did Elisha have to see Elijah taken |
Bible Note: Dear Searcher, Greetings in Jesus' name. Point out error you may, but please do so in a gentlemanly manner, and with love and tolerance in your heart, not self-righteousness or indignation. Elijah . . . cast his mantle upon him--This was an investiture with the prophetic office. Jamieson, Fausset and Brown Commentary. Strong's 5545 chrisma khris'-mah from 5548; an unguent or smearing, i.e. (figuratively) the special endowment ("chrism") of the Holy Spirit:--anointing, unction. ...therefore Elisha's request was, simply, to be heir to the prophetic office and gifts of his master. Jamieson, Fausset and Brown Commentary So I add to the list of similar words 'gifts,' 'endowment' and 'office,' even though I am personally not fond of 'office.' :-) Yes, yes, many of us here investigate Scripture, and sometimes come to different conclusions. I don't believe you have a monopoly on *rightness.* My friend, these words CAN be used with similar meaning. Applying *petty* semantics to argue a trivial point makes me weary. :-) Peace and joy to you in Christ Jesus, charis |