2 Samuel 16:15-17

International Children’s Bible

¹⁵ Meanwhile, Absalom, Ahithophel and all the men of Israel arrived at Jerusalem. ¹⁶ David’s friend Hushai the Arkite came to Absalom. He said to Absalom, “Long live the king! Long live the king!”

¹⁷ Absalom asked, “Why are you not loyal to your friend David? Why didn’t you leave Jerusalem with your friend?”