[Journey Verse] Gilgal to Bethel, then Jericho road, Elisha stayed close though Elijah forbade: "As the Lord liveth, I will not leave thee." The sons of the prophets knew sorrow ahead. Fifty stood watching beside Jordan's border; Elijah struck water with mantle in hand. The river divided; the two crossed together, Walking on dry ground away from the land. [Dialogue Refrain] "What shall be done before I am taken?" "A double portion of spirit," he said. "A hard thing is asked; if thine eyes still behold me, The gift shall rest where the master has led." [Chorus] The chariot of fire, The horses of flame, Whirlwind between them, Heavenward came. "My father, my father," Elisha cried sore; The chariot of Israel Was visible no more. [Verse 2] The mantle fell downward; Elisha received it, Turned to the Jordan and struck at the tide: "Where is the Lord God of Elijah?" The waters divided from side unto side. The prophets bowed, knowing the spirit had rested; A servant stood ready where one had ascended. [Final Chorus] The chariot of fire Carried the prophet from view. The mantle remained for the work yet to do.