1 sn The two brief episodes recorded in vv. 19-25 demonstrate Elisha’s authority and prove that he is the legitimate prophetic heir of Elijah. He has the capacity to bring life and blessing to those who recognize his authority, or death and judgment to those who reject him.
map For location see Map2-B1; Map4-D3; Map5-E2; Map6-A4; Map7-C1.
2 tn Heb “and closed the door behind the two of them.”
3 tn Heb “he”; the referent (Elisha) has been specified in the translation for clarity.
4 tn Heb “and he made his face stand [i.e., be motionless] and set [his face?] until embarrassment.”
5 tn Heb “set apart”; or “observe as holy.”