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When Hushai was come to Absalom, Absalom spoke to him, saying, Ahithophel has spoken after this manner: shall we do [after] his saying? if not, speak up.

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God's Providential Hand

Matthew Henry highlights that Absalom's decision to seek a second opinion was not a simple leadership choice but a "wonderful effect of Divine Providence." God was actively influencing Absalom's heart and mind, causing him to hesitate and question Ahithophel's otherwise sound advice. This serves as a reminder that God can overrule any human counsel to protect His people and accomplish His will.

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John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Samuel 17:6

17th Century

Pastor

And when Hushai was come to Absalom
Into the council chamber, very probably:

Absalom spoke unto h…

Matthew Henry

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…