The elders of Judah. —Judah was naturally particularly slow in returning to its allegiance. It had shown special ingratitude to Da…

And King David sent to Zadok and to Abiathar the priests
Who were at Jerusalem, and in his interest; perhaps by Ahim…

God's providence, through the priests' persuasions and Amasa's influence, brought the people to resolve to recall the king. David did not act until…