2 Kings 2:7 nasb — Now fifty men of the sons of the prophets went and stood opposite them at a distance, while the two of them stood by th…

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"Now fifty men of the sons of the prophets went and stood opposite them at a distance, while the two of them stood by the Jordan."

— 2 Kings 2:7, NASB

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2 Kings 2 — Context

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Elijah said to him, "Elisha, please stay here, for the LORD has sent me to Jericho." But he said, "As the LORD lives, and as you yourself live, I will not leave you." So they came to Jericho.

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The sons of the prophets who were at Jericho approached Elisha and said to him, "Do you know that the LORD will take away your master from over you today?" And he answered, "Yes, I know; be still."

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Then Elijah said to him, "Please stay here, for the LORD has sent me to the Jordan." And he said, "As the LORD lives, and as you yourself live, I will not leave you." So the two of them went on.

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Now fifty men of the sons of the prophets went and stood opposite them at a distance, while the two of them stood by the Jordan.

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Elijah took his mantle and folded it together and struck the waters, and they were divided here and there, so that the two of them crossed over on dry ground.

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When they had crossed over, Elijah said to Elisha, "Ask what I shall do for you before I am taken from you." And Elisha said, "Please, let a double portion of your spirit be upon me."

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He said, "You have asked a hard thing. Nevertheless, if you see me when I am taken from you, it shall be so for you; but if not, it shall not be so."

2 Kings 2:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Kings 2:7 say?
2 Kings 2:7 in the NASB reads: “Now fifty men of the sons of the prophets went and stood opposite them at a distance, while the two of them stood by the Jordan.”
Where is 2 Kings 2:7 in the Bible?
2 Kings 2:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Kings, chapter 2, verse 7.
Who wrote 2 Kings?
2 Kings is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Jeremiah). It was written c. 561–538 BC.
What is the book of 2 Kings about?
2 Kings carries the divided kingdom from Elijah and Elisha through the fall of both Israel and Judah. Despite the prophets' warnings, both kingdoms decline through idolatry — the north into Assyrian captivity, the south into Babylonian exile — fulfilling the covenant curses.
What are the major themes of 2 Kings?
2 Kings explores themes including Judgment, Exile, Prophets, Covenant Curses, Remnant. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Kings 2:7.
What translation should I read 2 Kings 2:7 in?
2 Kings 2:7 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Kings 2:7?
2 Kings 2:7 reads (NASB): “Now fifty men of the sons of the prophets went and stood opposite them at a distance, while the two of them stood by the Jordan.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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