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Elisha

[ ih-lahy-shuh ]

noun

  1. Also Douay Bible, El·i·se·us [] a Hebrew prophet of the 9th century b.c., the successor of Elijah.
  2. a male given name.


Elisha

/ ɪˈlaɪʃə /

noun

  1. Old Testament a Hebrew prophet of the 9th century bc : successor of Elijah (II Kings 3–9)
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of Elisha1

From Late Latin Heliseus, from Greek Elisaié, from Hebrew ĕlīshūaʿ, literally, “God has saved”
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Example Sentences

As Perlin points out, next to Foote’s signature on the Declaration of Sentiments you would have seen her husband Elisha’s signature.

Elisha read his own research paper whereas Eunice’s was introduced and read by Henry.

The Prophet Elisha, who allegedly built the synagogue, was said to have anointed King Hazael on its steps, now gone.

I suppose it was a pretty tame affair after they found out their Elisha wasn't coming after all?

It also is the invention of Prof. Elisha Gray, who seems to be as well the author of the name of his extraordinary achievement.

The inspired narrator notices, in the first place, the warmth of her hospitality, and its unabating continuance to Elisha.

The intention certainly was to accommodate Elisha in a manner expressive of reverence and esteem.

The little chamber built by the Shunammite for Elisha was probably of this description.

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