2 Kings 2:3-7 Jehoram and Ahaziah Reign in Judah

3 The company of the prophets at Bethel came out to Elisha and asked, “Do you know that the Lord is going to take your master from you today?”
“Yes, I know,” Elisha replied, “but do not speak of it.”

4 Then Elijah said to him, “Stay here, Elisha; the Lord has sent me to Jericho.”
And he replied, “As surely as the Lord lives and as you live, I will not leave you.” So they went to Jericho.

5 The company of the prophets at Jericho went up to Elisha and asked him, “Do you know that the Lord is going to take your master from you today?”
“Yes, I know,” he replied, “but do not speak of it.”

6 Then Elijah said to him, “Stay here; the Lord has sent me to the Jordan.”
And he replied, “As surely as the Lord lives and as you live, I will not leave you.” So the two of them walked on.

7 Fifty men of the company of the prophets went and stood at a distance, facing the place where Elijah and Elisha had stopped at the Jordan.

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Meaning of 2 Kings 2:3-7

2 Kings 2:3 showcases the foreknowledge of God's prophets, where Elijah's impending departure is known even among the prophetic communities. This verse emphasizes the deep, spiritual connectivity and awareness within God's followers, highlighting the continuity and anticipation of divine plans unfolding.

Cross References for 2 Kings 2:3-7

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