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2 Samuel 17:7 Meaning

And Hushai said unto Absalom, The counsel that Ahithophel hath given is not good at this time.

Context Explained

5Then said Absalom, Call now Hushai the Archite also, and let us hear likewise what he saith.

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.

Key Themes

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Related Cross References

  • Proverbs 22:3

    Both verses emphasize the importance of being cautious and wise in the face of danger.

  • Matthew 24:43

    Jesus speaks about being alert and prepared, similar to Hushai's warning.

  • Luke 14:31

    Jesus teaches about counting the cost before engaging in conflict, akin to Hushai's advice.

Source: 2 Samuel 17:7