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2 Samuel 17:8 · KJV

"For, said Hushai, thou knowest thy father and his men, that they be mighty men, and they be chafed in their minds, as a bear robbed of her whelps in the field: and thy father is a man of war, and will not lodge with the people."

King James Version

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Passage Context

6And when Hushai was come to Absalom, Absalom spake unto him, saying, Ahithophel hath spoken after this manner: shall we do after his saying? if not; speak thou.
7And Hushai said unto Absalom, The counsel that Ahithophel hath given is not good at this time.
8For, said Hushai, thou knowest thy father and his men, that they be mighty men, and they be chafed in their minds, as a bear robbed of her whelps in the field: and thy father is a man of war, and will not lodge with the people.
9Behold, he is hid now in some pit, or in some other place: and it will come to pass, when some of them be overthrown at the first, that whosoever heareth it will say, There is a slaughter among the people that follow Absalom.
10And he also that is valiant, whose heart is as the heart of a lion, shall utterly melt: for all Israel knoweth that thy father is a mighty man, and they which be with him are valiant men.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to conflict in your life?

2

What does loyalty mean for you in difficult times?

3

When have you felt like a 'bear robbed of her whelps'?

Life Application

relationships

Consider how you can support those in conflict around you.

faith

Reflect on your loyalty to God during challenging times.

People in This Verse

Hushai the ArchiteOT

A trusted advisor to King David who provided counsel during Absalom's rebellion. He played a crucial role in influencing the outcome of the conflict.

First appearance: 2 Samuel 15:32

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