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For a meaning of the Hebrew name Eli, NOBSE Study Bible Name List takes the ×¢× -part to come from ×¢×× ('ala), meaning to ascend. The ×, NOBSE seems to explain as an adjective-maker but also as a remnant of ××. Hence NOBSE reads  High that is God Is High .
Meaning & History From the Hebrew name ×Ö±×Ö´××©×Ö·×¢ ('Elisha'), a contracted form of ×Ö±×Ö´××©××Ö¼×¢Ö· ('Elishu'a) meaning my God is salvation. According to the Old Testament, Elisha was a prophet and miracle worker. He was the attendant of Elijah and succeeded him after his ascension to heaven.