And the people gat them by stealth that day into the city, as people being ashamed steal away when they flee in battle.
And the people snuck quietly into the city that day, like soldiers who are ashamed and slip away secretly when they run from battle.
The writer is describing how David's victorious army crept back into the city in shame instead of celebrating, because the king was mourning his son Absalom.
📚 Historical Context
This verse occurs in the biblical narrative of King David's return to Jerusalem after his son Absalom's rebellion was defeated in battle. The people, who had supported Absalom or fled during the conflict, were sneaking back into the city out of shame, much like soldiers retreating from a lost fight, reflecting the tension and remorse in ancient Israel during times of civil unrest. It highlights the human emotions involved in reconciliation after betrayal and war.
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