Nathan came into the palace, but not into the private chamber, which he was not permitted to enter unannounced. Bathsheba withdrew before Nathan en…

And, lo, while she yet talked with the king
Just as she was concluding her speech to him:

Nathan …

Observe Nathan's addre to Bathsheba: Let me give you counsel how to save your own life, and the life of your son. Such is the counsel Chri…