2 Samuel 16:16
2 Samuel · Old Testament · Chapter 16
“And it came to pass, when Hushai the Archite, David’s friend, was come unto Absalom, that Hushai said unto Absalom, God save the king, God save the king.”2 Samuel 16:16
What Does 2 Samuel 16:16 Mean?
2 Samuel 16:16 is found in the book of 2 Samuel, chapter 16, verse 16 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 19 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Key themes in this passage include Friendship.
Cross-References (19)
These passages are connected to 2 Samuel 16:16 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Proverbs 27:14“He that blesseth his friend with a loud voice, rising early in the morning, it shall be counted a curse to him.”1 Samuel 10:24“And Samuel said to all the people, See ye him whom the LORD hath chosen, that there is none like him among all the people? And all the people shouted, and said, God save the king.”2 Kings 11:12“And he brought forth the king’s son, and put the crown upon him, and gave him the testimony; and they made him king, and anointed him; and they clapped their hands, and said, God save the king.”1 Kings 1:25“For he is gone down this day, and hath slain oxen and fat cattle and sheep in abundance, and hath called all the king’s sons, and the captains of the host, and Abiathar the priest; and, behold, they eat and drink before him, and say, God save king Adonijah.”1 Kings 4:5“And Azariah the son of Nathan was over the officers: and Zabud the son of Nathan was principal officer, and the king’s friend:”Joshua 16:2“And goeth out from Bethel to Luz, and passeth along unto the borders of Archi to Ataroth,”1 Samuel 28:2“And David said to Achish, Surely thou shalt know what thy servant can do. And Achish said to David, Therefore will I make thee keeper of mine head for ever.”2 Samuel 15:32“And it came to pass, that when David was come to the top of the mount, where he worshipped God, behold, Hushai the Archite came to meet him with his coat rent, and earth upon his head:”2 Samuel 15:34“But if thou return to the city, and say unto Absalom, I will be thy servant, O king; as I have been thy father’s servant hitherto, so will I now also be thy servant: then mayest thou for me defeat the counsel of Ahithophel.”2 Samuel 15:37“So Hushai David’s friend came into the city, and Absalom came into Jerusalem.”2 Samuel 17:5“Then said Absalom, Call now Hushai the Archite also, and let us hear likewise what he saith.”1 Kings 1:34“And let Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet anoint him there king over Israel: and blow ye with the trumpet, and say, God save king Solomon.”1 Chronicles 27:33“And Ahithophel was the king’s counsellor: and Hushai the Archite was the king’s companion:”2 Chronicles 23:11“Then they brought out the king’s son, and put upon him the crown, and gave him the testimony, and made him king. And Jehoiada and his sons anointed him, and said, God save the king.”Daniel 2:4“Then spake the Chaldeans to the king in Syriack, O king, live for ever: tell thy servants the dream, and we will shew the interpretation.”Daniel 5:10“Now the queen by reason of the words of the king and his lords came into the banquet house: and the queen spake and said, O king, live for ever: let not thy thoughts trouble thee, nor let thy countenance be changed:”Daniel 6:6“Then these presidents and princes assembled together to the king, and said thus unto him, King Darius, live for ever.”Daniel 6:21“Then said Daniel unto the king, O king, live for ever.”Matthew 21:9“And the multitudes that went before, and that followed, cried, saying, Hosanna to the son of David: Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord; Hosanna in the highest.”
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