People would come near Absalom to bow to him. When they did, Absalom would reach out his hand and take hold of them and kiss them.
So Joab went to the king and told him Absalom’s words. Then the king called for Absalom. Absalom came and bowed facedown on the ground before the king, and the king kissed him.
People’s words may be kind, but don’t believe them, because their minds are full of evil thoughts.
His words are slippery like butter, but war is in his heart. His words are smoother than oil, but they cut like knives.
You gave me no kiss of greeting, but she has been kissing my feet since I came in.
Joab asked Amasa, “Brother, is everything all right with you?” Then with his right hand he took Amasa by the beard to kiss him.