2 Samuel 19:2

New Century Version

David’s army had won the battle that day. But it became a very sad day for all the people, because they heard that the king was very sad for his son.

Cross References

2 Samuel 14:1

Joab son of Zeruiah knew that King David missed Absalom very much.

2 Samuel 19:1

People told Joab, “Look, the king is sad and crying because of Absalom.”

2 Samuel 19:3

The people came into the city quietly that day. They were like an army that had been defeated in battle and had run away.

Proverbs 16:15

A smiling king can give people life; his kindness is like a spring shower.

Proverbs 19:12

An angry king is like a roaring lion, but his kindness is like the dew on the grass.