World English Bible
2 Samuel 15:13
“A messenger came to David, saying, "The hearts of the men of Israel are after Absalom.”
Verse in context — 2 Samuel 15
Two hundred men went with Absalom out of Jerusalem, who were invited, and went in their simplicity; and they didn't know anything.
Absalom sent for Ahithophel the Gilonite, David's counselor, from his city, even from Giloh, while he was offering the sacrifices. The conspiracy was strong; for the people increased continually with Absalom.
A messenger came to David, saying, "The hearts of the men of Israel are after Absalom.
David said to all his servants who were with him at Jerusalem, "Arise, and let us flee; for else none of us shall escape from Absalom. Make speed to depart, lest he overtake us quickly, and bring down evil on us, and strike the city with the edge of the sword.
The king's servants said to the king, "Behold, your servants are ready to do whatever my lord the king chooses.
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David’s reign as king, his triumphs and failures, and God’s covenant with him.
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