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2 Samuel 15:6 akjv — And on this manner did Absalom to all Israel that came to the king for judgment: so Absalom stole the hearts of the men…

American King James Version

"And on this manner did Absalom to all Israel that came to the king for judgment: so Absalom stole the hearts of the men of Israel. ¶ "

— 2 Samuel 15:6, American King James Version

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2 Samuel 15 — Context

3

And Absalom said to him, See, your matters are good and right; but there is no man deputed of the king to hear you.

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Absalom said moreover, Oh that I were made judge in the land, that every man which has any suit or cause might come to me, and I would do him justice!

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And it was so, that when any man came near to him to do him obeisance, he put forth his hand, and took him, and kissed him.

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And on this manner did Absalom to all Israel that came to the king for judgment: so Absalom stole the hearts of the men of Israel. ¶

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And it came to pass after forty years, that Absalom said to the king, I pray you, let me go and pay my vow, which I have vowed to the LORD, in Hebron.

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For your servant vowed a vow while I stayed at Geshur in Syria, saying, If the LORD shall bring me again indeed to Jerusalem, then I will serve the LORD.

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And the king said to him, Go in peace. So he arose, and went to Hebron. ¶

2 Samuel 15:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Samuel 15:6 say?
2 Samuel 15:6 in the American King James Version reads: “And on this manner did Absalom to all Israel that came to the king for judgment: so Absalom stole the hearts of the men of Israel. ¶ ”
Where is 2 Samuel 15:6 in the Bible?
2 Samuel 15:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Samuel, chapter 15, verse 6.
Who wrote 2 Samuel?
2 Samuel is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Nathan and Gad). It was written c. 930–722 BC.
What is the book of 2 Samuel about?
2 Samuel records David's reign — his rise to the throne, the conquest of Jerusalem, the eternal covenant God makes with his house, and the moral failure with Bathsheba that fractures his family. From the highs of triumph to the depths of repentance, David remains the messianic prototype.
What are the major themes of 2 Samuel?
2 Samuel explores themes including Davidic Covenant, Sin & Repentance, Kingdom, Mercy, Consequences. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Samuel 15:6.
What translation should I read 2 Samuel 15:6 in?
2 Samuel 15:6 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Samuel 15:6?
2 Samuel 15:6 reads (AKJV): “And on this manner did Absalom to all Israel that came to the king for judgment: so Absalom stole the hearts of the men of Israel. ¶ ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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