O Lord, I have so many enemies; so many are against me.
Meanwhile, Absalom and all the army of Israel arrived at Jerusalem, accompanied by Ahithophel.
Show me your unfailing love in wonderful ways. By your mighty power you rescue those who seek refuge from their enemies.
“A brother will betray his brother to death, a father will betray his own child, and children will rebel against their parents and cause them to be killed.
And all the people yelled back, “We will take responsibility for his death—we and our children!”
The kings joined forces and established their camp around the water near Merom to fight against Israel.
