KJV ORIGINAL
And it came to pass, that when David was come to the top of the mount, where he worshipped God, behold, Hushai the Archite came to meet him with his coat rent, and earth upon his head:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
When David reached the top of the mountain where people worshiped God, Hushai the Archite came to meet him. Hushai had torn his clothes and put dirt on his head as signs of grief.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
David's loyal friend Hushai came to him during his darkest hour, showing his grief and support through the traditional signs of mourning.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during Absalom's rebellion when David was forced to flee Jerusalem. David was climbing the Mount of Olives, a place of worship east of Jerusalem. Hushai was David's trusted counselor and friend who displayed the customary signs of mourning - torn clothes and dirt on the head - which people used to show deep sorrow or distress.
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