Elisha's Miracles
After succeeding the prophet Elijah, Elisha carried out an extensive ministry in the northern kingdom of Israel during the ninth century BC, performing a series of miracles that demonstrated Godโs continuing power and presence. Among the most notable were the healing of the Aramean commander Naamanโs leprosy after he washed seven times in the Jordan River and the raising of the Shunammite womanโs son through prophetic intercession. These accounts in 2 Kings illustrate Godโs willingness to extend mercy beyond Israelโs borders and to respond to faith and obedience. They also affirm the legitimacy of Elishaโs prophetic role and anticipate the healing and resurrection miracles later performed by Jesus.
Meanwhile in the World
Assyria becomes the world's first great empire, conquering from Egypt to Persia. Greece emerges from its Dark Age - the Olympic Games begin (776 BC). Rome is founded (753 BC). Carthage is established. This is the height of Assyrian military power and the rise of Greek city-states.