What did Elisha request from Elijah shortly before Elijah was taken up to heaven?
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Correct answer: A double portion of Elijah's spirit
Elisha asked for a double portion of his master's spirit, signifying his desire to be Elijah's primary successor and to continue his prophetic ministry with even greater power.
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