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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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2 Samuel
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Reformed Baptist
And when Hushai was come to Absalom Into the council chamber, very probably:
Absalom spoke unto h…
Presbyterian
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…
