# the hand of Yahweh was on Elijah

Here the word "hand" is a metonym for strength. Alternate translation: "Yahweh gave his power to Elijah" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-metonymy]])

# tucked his robe in his belt

Elijah wrapped his long robe around his waist so that his legs would be free for running.