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Elisha

Pronounced eh-LY-shuh

boy

✓ In the King James Bible — Yes — Elisha appears in the King James Bible, including 2 Kings 2:9.

Meaning: "God is salvation"
Origin: Hebrew

Elisha means "God is salvation" in Hebrew. He was the successor of the prophet Elijah, receiving a "double portion" of Elijah's spirit when his mentor was taken up to heaven in a chariot of fire. Elisha's ministry was marked by an extraordinary number of miracles — more than any other Old Testament prophet. He purified poisoned water, multiplied a widow's oil, raised a dead boy to life, healed Naaman's leprosy, and made an iron axe head float. These miracles demonstrated God's compassion for ordinary people in everyday circumstances. Elisha served as prophet for approximately fifty years under multiple kings of Israel. His ministry was characterized by accessibility — while Elijah was often isolated and dramatic, Elisha lived among the people and performed many of his miracles in domestic settings.

Spiritual meaning

Elisha's name — 'God is salvation' — was lived out through compassionate miracles that met people's practical needs. His life shows that spiritual power flows most effectively through servants willing to be present among the people.

Related verses (KJV)

"Elisha said, I pray thee, let a double portion of thy spirit be upon me."
2 Kings 2:9 (KJV) →
"Then he returned, and walked in the house to and fro; and went up, and stretched himself upon him: and the child sneezed seven times, and the child opened his eyes."
2 Kings 4:35 (KJV) →

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