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2 Samuel 15:12

King James Version (KJV)

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2 Samuel 15:12

Verse 12 of 37

Scripture focus

And Absalom sent for Ahithophel the Gilonite, David’s counseller, from his city, [even] from Giloh, while he offered sacrifices. And the conspiracy was strong; for the people increased continually with Absalom.

2 Samuel 15:12 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 2 Samuel 15:12

Theological / Devotional

Ahithophel. He was estranged from David by personal resentment over David’s misconduct against Bath-sheba, Ahithophel’s granddaughter (see Patriarchs and Prophets 735). His son Eliam (2 Samuel 23:34) was the father of Bath-sheba (2 Samuel 11:3). Ahithophel was no doubt a party to the conspiracy. He could well have played an important part in fomenting unrest in the regions around Hebron and in making sure that everything there was in readiness for Absalom’s coronation.

Giloh. A town 6 1/2 mi. (10.4 km.) north-northwest of Hebron (Joshua 15:51), now Khirbet Jala.

Was strong. At the time of the feast the necessary preparatory work had already been done. Ahithophel’s connection with the conspiracy would draw the support of many influential men and would make Absalom’s cause appear certain of success. Some believe that Psalm 41:9 is an allusion to Ahithophel.

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