Facts About Elisha
—A simple list

The Prophet Elisha

• The acts of Elisha are found in (2Kings 2-13).
• A prophet in Israel after the kingdom divided.
• A devoted companion and disciple of Elijah.
• He carried on Elijah’s work in the same spirit and power.
• Contemporary with the kings/queen of Judah named Jehoram, Ahaziah, Athalia, Joash.
• Contemporary with the kings of Israel named Ahaziah, Jehoram, Jehu, Jehoahaz, Jehoash.
• Gave Jehoash, king of Israel, the arrow of victory.
• Dealt with the armies of Syria who attacked Israel.
• Brought the Shunammite woman’s son back to life.
• Made small amounts of loaves and oil feed many people.
• Healed Naaman of leprosy.
• A dead man came to life when thrown on Elisha’s bones.