2Ki 2:9-14 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for 2Kgs 2:9-10: 2:9-10 A firstborn son, as the primary heir, inherited a double share of his father’s estate (Deut 21:17 ); Elisha asked that Elijah’s God-given spiritual abilities and privileges might continue to live through him.

a2:9-10►

bDeut 21:17►

c2:11►

dIsa 66:15►

eGen 5:24►

f2:12►

g13:14►

h2:13-15►

‏ 2 Kings 2:9-14

Summary for 2Kgs 2:9-10: 2:9-10 ^a A firstborn son, as the primary heir, inherited a double share of his father’s estate (Deut 21:17 ^b); Elisha asked that Elijah’s God-given spiritual abilities and privileges might continue to live through him.
2:11 ^c Chariot of fire ... horses of fire ... whirlwind: These things represent God’s appearance in mighty power (cp. Isa 66:15 ^d).

• Elijah was carried ... into heaven, like Enoch (Gen 5:24 ^e), without dying. Some believe that Enoch and Elijah will reappear at the time of the end (see study note on Rev 11:1-13).
2:12 ^f Elijah was Elisha’s spiritual father and personal mentor. Cp. the tribute given him at his death, 13:14 ^g.
Summary for 2Kgs 2:13-15: 2:13-15 ^h Elisha picked up Elijah’s cloak and successfully parted the Jordan River. Elisha was indeed Elijah’s successor, as the other prophets recognized.