There were two hundred men who at Absalom's invitation had gone from Jerusalem with him; they knew nothing of the plot and went in all good faith.
Yes, I consulted God for him, and it wasn't the first time. As for plotting against you, Your Majesty must not accuse me or anyone else in my family. I don't know anything about this matter!”
“Listen! I am sending you out just like sheep to a pack of wolves. You must be as cautious as snakes and as gentle as doves.
Sensible people will see trouble coming and avoid it, but an unthinking person will walk right into it and regret it later.
A fool will believe anything; smart people watch their step.
Abraham himself said that she was his sister, and she said the same thing. I did this with a clear conscience, and I have done no wrong.”