2 Samuel 15:33 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Unto whom David said, If thou passest on with me, then thou shalt be a burden unto me:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

David said to him, 'If you come with me, you will only be a burden to me.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

David is telling someone that bringing them along would actually make things harder rather than helpful.

📚 Historical Context

This occurs during Absalom's rebellion when David is fleeing Jerusalem. David is speaking to Hushai the Archite, an elderly advisor who wanted to accompany David in his exile. David realizes that Hushai would be more valuable staying behind in Jerusalem to counter Ahithophel's counsel to Absalom.

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