Bible Explorer · Event · c. 858 BC

Elijah calls Elisha to prophetic service

Elijah found Elisha plowing with twelve yoke of oxen and threw his mantle upon him; Elisha sacrificed his oxen and followed Elijah.

Chronology and Dating

Date: c. 858 BC

Scripture References

1 Kings 19:19-21

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