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The counsel of Ahithophel, which he gave in those days, was as if a man inquired at the oracle of God: so was all the counsel of Ahithophel both with David and with Absalom.
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The Idol of Human Wisdom
Commentators explain that Ahithophel's advice was revered as if it came directly from God's oracle. This immense reputation, built under both David and Absalom, is why his wicked counsel was so readily accepted. It serves as a powerful warning against elevating human wisdom, no matter how brilliant, to the level of divine truth.
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2 Samuel
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the counsel of Ahithophel, which he had counselled in those days Both in the days…
Presbyterian
The wisest counselors of that age were Ahithophel and Hushai. Absalom thought he was sure of success when he had both; he relied on them and did no…
