- Bible
- 2 Samuel
- Chapter 17
- Verse 7
2 Samuel 17:7
“And Hushai said unto Absalom, The counsel that Ahithophel hath given is not good at this time.”
My Notes
Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
For (said Hushai) thou knowest thy father and his men, that they be mighty men,.... Men of courage and valour, and not…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
At this time - Rather, “The counsel which Ahithophel has given this time is not good.” He contrasts it with that given…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Samuel 17:1-14
Absalom is now in peaceable possession of Jerusalem; the palace-royal is his own, as are the thrones of judgment, even…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
The counsel, &c. The counsel which Ahithophel hath counselled this time is not good: in contrast to his previous counsel…