And it came to pass... The fulfillment of Nathan’s prophecy, as indicated by the cross-reference, is the key to the direction of the narrati…

Prepared him chariots and horses. — As a preparation for his rebellion, it was necessary to impress the people with his w…

And it came to pass after this
After the reconciliation of David and Absalom, and the latter was admitted to court a…

David allows Absalom's pomp. Those parents do not know what they do, who indulge a proud disposition in their children: many young people are ruine…