2 Samuel 17:5
2 Samuel · Old Testament · Chapter 17
“Then said Absalom, Call now Hushai the Archite also, and let us hear likewise what he saith.”2 Samuel 17:5
What Does 2 Samuel 17:5 Mean?
2 Samuel 17:5 is found in the book of 2 Samuel, chapter 17, verse 5 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 7 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (7)
These passages are connected to 2 Samuel 17:5 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
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 16:16“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.”1 Kings 12:6“And king Rehoboam consulted with the old men, that stood before Solomon his father while he yet lived, and said, How do ye advise that I may answer this people?”1 Kings 12:9“And he said unto them, What counsel give ye that we may answer this people, who have spoken to me, saying, Make the yoke which thy father did put upon us lighter?”2 Chronicles 10:6“And king Rehoboam took counsel with the old men that had stood before Solomon his father while he yet lived, saying, What counsel give ye me to return answer to this people?”2 Chronicles 10:9“And he said unto them, What advice give ye that we may return answer to this people, which have spoken to me, saying, Ease somewhat the yoke that thy father did put upon us?”
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