2 Kings 2:25

To mount Carmel. In beginning his work, Elisha seems to have first made a general survey of the land, seeking out those strategic places in which Elijah had labored and where further work might be done. Mt. Carmel held sacred memories. It was there that the notable victory had been won in Elijah’s prophetic career. His voice had often been raised in fearless reproof, condemning the wickedness of king and people and calling upon them to turn from evil and walk in the ways of the Lord. That work had not been without effect. Elisha doubtless thought of those stirring days as he visited the scene of this former victory, and he was inspired anew to put all his heart and spirit into the ministry of reconciliation appointed to him. Later in his work Elisha seems to have taken up his residence at Mt. Carmel (ch. 4:23-25).

To Samaria. Samaria was the capital of the northern kingdom, and to this important center Elisha now made his way. He was later to bear witness for Heaven before the leaders of the land. The light that had been given him was for king as well as people, and he boldly entered upon his responsibilities in the most important centers of the nation.