Meaning of Elisha in the Bible
Language: HebrewTransliteration: ElishaGender: MaleTestament: Old Testament
Meaning
“God is salvation”
Elisha is the prophetic successor of Elijah in the books of Kings. Called while plowing, he follows Elijah and later receives his mantle. His ministry includes counsel to kings, provision, healings, the raising of a child, and Naaman's cleansing.
Scripture References for Elisha
5 key passages featuring this name
1 Kings 19:19
“So he departed thence, and found Elisha the son of Shaphat, who was plowing with twelve yoke of oxen before him, and he with the twelfth: and Elijah passed by him, and cast his mantle upon him.”
2 Kings 2:9
“And it came to pass, when they were gone over, that Elijah said unto Elisha, Ask what I shall do for thee, before I be taken away from thee. And Elisha said, I pray thee, let a double portion of thy spirit be upon me.”
2 Kings 4:32
“And when Elisha was come into the house, behold, the child was dead, and laid upon his bed.”
2 Kings 5:14
“Then went he down, and dipped himself seven times in Jordan, according to the saying of the man of God: and his flesh came again like unto the flesh of a little child, and he was clean.”
2 Kings 13:20
“And Elisha died, and they buried him. And the bands of the Moabites invaded the land at the coming in of the year.”
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The Name Elisha in God's Word
Names in Scripture carry deep significance. Elisha — meaning “God is salvation” — reflects a truth about identity, purpose, and God's design. Meditate on these passages to understand what this name reveals about God's character and His people.
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