Behold, they have there with them their two sons, Ahimaaz Zadok’s son, and Jonathan Abiathar’s son; and by them ye shall send unto me every thing that ye can hear.
Look, they have their two sons with them there, Ahimaaz (Zadok's son) and Jonathan (Abiathar's son). You can send me any information you hear through them.
David is setting up a communication network using the priests' sons to relay intelligence back to him while he's in exile.
📚 Historical Context
In the midst of Absalom's rebellion against King David, David was fleeing Jerusalem and needed a secure way to receive updates from the city to protect himself and his kingdom. Zadok and Abiathar, two loyal priests, volunteered their sons, Ahimaaz and Jonathan, to act as messengers, ensuring David could stay informed about events without direct exposure to danger. This arrangement highlighted the importance of trusted allies during political turmoil in ancient Israel.
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