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2 Samuel 15:14

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And David said unto all his servants that were with him at Jerusalem, Arise, and let us flee; for we shall not else escape from Absalom: make speed to depart, lest he overtake us suddenly, and bring evil upon us, and smite the city with the edge of the sword.

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  1. 2 Samuel 15:12

    And Absalom sent for Ahithophel the Gilonite, David’s counsellor, from his city, even from Giloh, while he offered sacrifices. And the conspiracy was strong; for the people increased continually with Absalom.

  2. 2 Samuel 15:13

    And there came a messenger to David, saying, The hearts of the men of Israel are after Absalom.

  3. 2 Samuel 15:15

    And the king’s servants said unto the king, Behold, thy servants are ready to do whatsoever my lord the king shall appoint.

  4. 2 Samuel 15:16

    And the king went forth, and all his household after him. And the king left ten women, which were concubines, to keep the house.

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