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Ancient Bible Personalities - Elijah

	Elijahs Sacrifice
	In Mount Carmel, the prophet Elijahs sacrifice was consumed by fire from heaven in the presence of Ahab and all of Israel.
	Elijah is taken to Heaven in Fiery Chariot
	"When they had gone over, Elijah said to Elisha, "Ask what I shall do for you, before I am taken from you."Elisha said, "Please let a double portion of your spirit be on me." He said, "You have asked a hard thing. If you see me when I am taken from you, it will be so for you; but if not, it will not be so." As they continued on and talked, behold, a chariot of fire and horses of fire separated them, and Elijah went up by a whirlwind into heaven." 2 Kings 2:9-12 Elijah is taken to heaven in a chariot of fire, to his disciple Elisha. Painting by Marc Chagall.