2 Samuel 16
John MacArthur · Citado em PreceptAustin
2 Samuel 16
MacArthur - The patience and restraint of David on this occasion was amazingly different than his violent reaction to the slanderous words of Nabal (1Sa 25:2ff.). On that occasion, he was eager to kill the man until placated by the wisdom of Abigail. He was a broken man at this later time and knew that while the rancor of Shimei was uncalled for, his accusations were true. He was penitent. (Borrow The MacArthur Study Bible)
2 Samuel 16
MacArthur - In the Near East, possession of the harem came with the throne. (Borrow The MacArthur Study Bible) Mattoon - Ahithophel says, “Have sexual relations with David’s concubines.” His counsel is off track because he is off track. He is not in line with the Lord. (Treasures from 2 Samuel) Then - This is normally a time sensitive word marking progression, but in this context it functions more like a term of conclusion. All Israel will hear that you have made yourself odious to your father - Note the phrase all Israel will hear indicating that this scandalous news will spread like wildfire throughout the land, even from Dan to Beersheba! Everyone who hears this will now be fully convinced that Absalom has insulted his father beyond all hope of reconciliation. The hands of all who are with you will also be strengthened - Their support of Absalom would be strengthened. When all Israel realizes that Absalom has irrevocably made himself an enemy of his father, they will throw their full support behind Absalom as king.