פירוש על מלכים ב 2:12

My father, my father! Chariot of Yisroel. My endeared teacher⁷He referred to Eliyahu as “father,” because one’s disciples are considered like one’s own children, and conversely, the teacher is considered a father.—Ralbag See Rashi in Devarim 6:7. who is better for Yisroel with his prayers than chariots and horsemen.⁸I.e., his prayers are more effective for Yisroel than chariots and horsemen.—Targum