³⁷ So David’s friend Hushai returned to Jerusalem, getting there just as Absalom arrived.

³³ Ahithophel was the royal adviser. Hushai the Arkite was the king’s friend.

Ahithophel Advises Absalom

¹⁵ Meanwhile, Absalom and all the army of Israel arrived at Jerusalem, accompanied by Ahithophel. ¹⁶ When David’s friend Hushai the Arkite arrived, he went immediately to see Absalom. “Long live the king!” he exclaimed. “Long live the king!”