And Hushai said unto Absalom, The counsel that Ahithophel hath given is not good at this time.
Hushai said to Absalom, 'The advice that Ahithophel has given you is not good right now.'
Hushai is telling Absalom that his trusted advisor's plan isn't wise at this moment.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 2 Samuel, Absalom had staged a rebellion against his father, King David, and was seeking advice on how to consolidate his power and defeat David's forces. Ahithophel, who was once a trusted counselor to David but had defected to Absalom, suggested a swift and aggressive plan to attack. Hushai, secretly loyal to David and acting as a double agent, responded by advising Absalom that Ahithophel's counsel was not wise at that time, which was part of God's providence to protect David.
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