2 Samuel 16:15 cpdv — But Absalom and all his people entered into Jerusalem. Moreover, Ahithophel was with him.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"But Absalom and all his people entered into Jerusalem. Moreover, Ahithophel was with him. "

— 2 Samuel 16:15, Catholic Public Domain Version

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2 Samuel 16 — Context

12

Perhaps the Lord may look with favor upon my affliction, and the Lord may repay me good, in place of the cursing of this day.”

13

And so, David continued walking along the way, and his associates with him. But Shimei was advancing along the ridge of the mountain on the side opposite him, cursing and throwing stones at him, and scattering dirt.

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And the king and the entire people with him, being weary, went and refreshed themselves there.

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But Absalom and all his people entered into Jerusalem. Moreover, Ahithophel was with him.

16

And when Hushai the Archite, David’s friend, had gone to Absalom, he said to him: “May you be well, O king! May you be well, O king!”

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And Absalom said to him: “Is this your kindness to your friend? Why did you not go with your friend?”

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And Hushai responded to Absalom: “By no means! For I will be his, whom the Lord has chosen. And I, and all this people, and all of Israel, will remain with him.

2 Samuel 16:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Samuel 16:15 say?
2 Samuel 16:15 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “But Absalom and all his people entered into Jerusalem. Moreover, Ahithophel was with him. ”
Where is 2 Samuel 16:15 in the Bible?
2 Samuel 16:15 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Samuel, chapter 16, verse 15.
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 16:15.
What translation should I read 2 Samuel 16:15 in?
2 Samuel 16:15 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 16:15?
2 Samuel 16:15 reads (CPDV): “But Absalom and all his people entered into Jerusalem. Moreover, Ahithophel was with him. ” 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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