12 But she answered him, “No, my brother, do not [a]force me, for (A)no such thing should be done in Israel. Do not do this (B)disgraceful thing! 13 And I, where could I take my shame? And as for you, you would be like one of the fools in Israel. Now therefore, please speak to the king; (C)for he will not withhold me from you.” 14 However, he would not heed her voice; and being stronger than she, he (D)forced her and lay with her.

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Footnotes

  1. 2 Samuel 13:12 Lit. humble me

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