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THE CONTINUITY OF THE BIBLE

[Series showing the progressive unfoldment of the Christ, Truth, throughout the Scriptures]

Concluding Events in Elisha's Career

From the October 1968 issue of The Christian Science Journal


Elisha's strong interest in the work of "the sons of the prophets," and their loyalty to him, are indicated in a brief passage in II Kings 6: 1-7. Noting that the area which they shared with Elisha was becoming too crowded, these eager young students proposed that their joint headquarters be moved closer to the Jordan River, assuring him that each of their members would cooperate in the work of construction.