2 Samuel 17:4 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And the saying pleased Absalom well, and all the elders of Israel.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

This plan sounded very good to Absalom and all the leaders of Israel.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows that Absalom and Israel's leaders were convinced by advice they heard and agreed it was a good plan.

📚 Historical Context

In the biblical narrative of King David's reign, Absalom had staged a rebellion against his father and was seeking to solidify his control over Israel. Ahithophel, a former advisor to David who had defected to Absalom's side, proposed a strategic plan to pursue and defeat David immediately. This verse highlights how Absalom and the elders of Israel approved of that plan, illustrating the growing division and internal strife within the kingdom.

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