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A Swift and Deadly Plan
Commentators agree that Ahithophel's advice was strategically brilliant. He proposed an immediate night attack with a large force to surprise David's weary group. The goal was to strike quickly and decisively, targeting only David to end the conflict before it could escalate, demonstrating how evil counsel can appear wise and effective.
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2 Samuel
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Samuel 17:1
18th Century
Theologian
This night - This refers to the night of the day on which David fled and Absalom entered Jerusalem. Ahithophel’s strategy was to fall upon D…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Samuel 17:1
19th Century
Bishop
Pursue after David this night. — Ahithophel saw clearly that Absalom’s success depended on striking an immediate blow. He…
John Gill
On 2 Samuel 17:1
17th Century
Pastor
Moreover, Ahithophel said to Absalom
Either at the same time, or quickly after he had given the foregoing advice:
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Samuel 17:1–21
17th Century
Minister
Here was a wonderful effect of Divine Providence blinding Absalom's mind and influencing his heart, so that he could not rest in Ahithophel's couns…