2 Samuel 17:4

New American Bible - revised edition

This plan sounded good to Absalom and to all the elders of Israel. Counsel of Hushai.

Cross References

Romans 1:32

Although they know the just decree of God that all who practice such things deserve death, they not only do them but give approval to those who practice them.

2 Chronicles 30:4

This seemed right to the king and the entire assembly,

1 Samuel 23:21

Saul replied: “The Lord bless you for your compassion toward me.

2 Samuel 17:3

Then I can bring back the rest of the people to you, as a bride returns to her husband. It is the death of only one man you are seeking; then all the people will be at peace.”

2 Samuel 17:5

Then Absalom said, “Now call Hushai the Archite also; let us hear what he too has to say.”