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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 the name of Jesus! No, not 'another twist.' You commented on the usage of 'anointing,' and I gave Strong's meaning. Yes, it IS Greek! But it bears out the present-day use of this Scriptural issue. The words I wrote can be used in a similar fashion, and in fact are sometimes interchangeable when discussing the servants of God. My post was to say that in present-day language, the spirit of Elijah means his ministry, his anointing (chosen by God), his gift, his mantle, his endowment from God. I pray that this is not twisting things too much. :-) I, too, hope that you have been strong AND gentle. Blessings and peace in Christ Jesus, charis |